Manufacturing and Process Engineer

About the role

Our GTP site in Towanda PA specializes in recycling tungsten and manufacturing premium quality tungsten powders—the essential first step in producing high-performance materials for global applications. We proudly support the U.S. aerospace and defense sectors by supplying strategic resources critical to national security and advanced manufacturing. Join a highly motivated team in Towanda, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.

Position type: Exempt

Responsibilities

• Active manufacturing, quality and engineering representative for assigned areas.
• Lead in Quality issue resolution both internal to GTP manufacturing processes and in external Customer reported issues.
• Assist and lead manufacturing personnel in process/equipment problem solving and attainment of production goals.
• Apply Six Sigma and Lean methodologies for continual improvement of processes.
• Collaborate with Marketing, R&D, Manufacturing and Customers to ensure successful launch and stability of new products and processes at GTP.
• Assure safe operating procedures and conditions are maintained.
• Assist and participate in ISO certifications.
• Maintain product/process specification and procedures, coordinate part number listings and maintain bills of materials and routes.
• Maintain FPY and material efficiency metrics.
• Utilize Six Sigma and Lean tools to drive continuous improvement.
• Maintain effective cost reduction programs via process/product modifications and development.
• Provide expedient reaction to problems with root cause analysis, containment actions, corrective actions and preventative actions.
• Collaborate with and mentor operators, technicians and other personnel to optimize processes.
• Attain in-depth knowledge of processes, equipment and products.
• Review proposals of outside vendors regarding the purchase of new production/processing equipment.
• Prepare financial reviews for justification of new equipment.
• Preparation and tracking of powder samples for quality inspection and data tracking in SAP quality system.
• Review and modify process specifications as required.
• Direct and utilize technical resources such as technicians and interns/Co-ops to accomplish required tasks.

Qualifications

• 4-year engineering degree (Material Science, Metallurgy, Mechanical, Industrial, or Chemical Engineering required).
• Knowledge of Six Sigma/Statistics and LEAN a plus.
• Experience with Minitab, SAP, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, a plus.
• Familiarity or interest in powder metallurgy, powder processing, and database creation, is a plus.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate with all levels of the organization, particularly Manufacturing, Planning, Marketing and R&D.
• Experience in manufacturing/production area a plus.
• Occasional travel to customers.
• Willingness and ability to perform each manufacturing job associated with the assigned department.
• Ability to perform in a high-energy, team-oriented environment.
• Should demonstrate the ability to logically approach and solve problems.
• Fluency in speaking and writing in English.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision and 401(k)
• Tuition reimbursement
• 24/7 Fitness Center