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Job Description

Job Title: Casting Engineering Technician

Classification: Non-Exempt

Department: Casting

Reports to: Casting Manager

Role:          M-F

Position Summary:

Assists engineers in developing, designing and maintaining systems and equipment, applying technical skills and knowledge for a 24/7 operation.

Key Responsibilities:

+ Requires constant physical activity throughout shift such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

+ Troubleshooting equipment, support maintenance in repairs as needed.

+ Assisting in Installing new systems or equipment as well as assisting in long term planning, future business and future projects.

+ Train employees in the process and understanding of the equipment

+ Creating solutions to resolve production/mechanical downtime and failures with a continual focus on all manufacturing floor safety concerns and countermeasures.

+ Develop and implement productivity, quality and continuous process improvements.

+ Helping engineers develop process improvements, new methods, or products.

+ Perform detailed mathematical calculations and analysis to identify and solve engineering problems as well as various types of data collection.

+ Conduct experiments and diagnostic tests, under the supervision of engineers, to investigate the causes of equipment failures and find solutions.

+ Develops and implements plans for continuous overall equipment effectiveness (OEE); improve yields, uptime and cycle times of equipment, improve product flow, and cost reduction.

+ Conduct experiments and diagnostic tests, under the supervision of engineers, to investigate the causes of equipment failures and find solutions that may require flexible hours as needed.

+ Perform other duties as required.

Skills & Competencies:

+ Attention to detail (https://www.indeed.com/career-advice/career-development/attention-to-detail)

+ Communication skills

+ Excellent problem-solving skills

+ Ability to use Microsoft Office Programs

+ Strong math skills

+ Knowledge of research and testing methods

+ Ability to follow detailed directions

+ Understanding of engineering concepts

+ Physical strength and abilities to perform well in the field if necessary

+ Ability to collaborate effectively

+ A willingness to learn and work overtime when required.

Education & Experience:

+ Associate's degree in engineering technology or similar preferred.

+ Minimum of 3 years is preferred in aluminum manufacturing setting.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

Requires constant physical activity throughout shift such as walking, sitting, standing, bending, stooping, squatting, reaching, handling, near/far vision, pushing, pulling, carrying, and lifting objects weighing up to 50 lbs.

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