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Indianapolis, IN, USA, United States of America
Onsite
What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.
Our Mi-Tech Tungsten Metals site in Indianapolis is home to a dedicated team producing high-performance tungsten alloys for industries that shape the future—from aerospace and defense to medical and industrial applications.
Join a highly motivated team in Indianapolis, USA, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.
Position type: Exempt
Mi-Tech Tungsten Metals is hiring a Manufacturing Project Engineer. This Project Engineer owns, identifies, executes, tracks and reports the Operational Excellence program for the site. The Project Engineer is a key resource in the LEAN manufacturing process for the plant. Other projects such as sustainability and innovation will rely on support from this position. These projects will utilize strong communication, technical, and project management skills.
Lead OpEx projects for improvements to manufacturing capabilities and processes.
Identify OpEx savings and help initiate projects.
Optimize manufacturing space by reviewing product flow and plant layouts using LEAN principles.
Report OpEx results to senior management both on and off site.
Participate in and/or lead LEAN, process improvement teams and other small project technical teams.
Develop and implement process improvements to make most efficient use of labor, equipment, and materials.
Support process for identifying root causes and implement corrective actions for production problems and develop re-work instructions as needed.
Participate in and/or lead process improvement teams and other small project technical teams.
Manage process documentation, including work instructions, safety documentation, etc.
Support the training of manufacturing staff and provide them with work instructions and manuals.
Education: BS in Process, Industrial, Mechanical or Manufacturing Engineering, related engineering fields or 5-years’ experience in manufacturing.
OpEx program management.
High attention to detail and organization.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Ability to solve complex technical problems.
Able to manage and complete multiple complex projects simultaneously.
Must meet ITAR requirements or have the ability to obtain an Export License
Some travel, both domestic and international may be required.
Minimum 5 years’ experience in an industrial manufacturing environment.
Advanced knowledge of production machinery, processes, and standards.
Formal LEAN training and experience.
Expertise with engineering software.
Experience in powdered metal manufacturing.
Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k
Paid vacation days and holidays
Company paid life insurance / voluntary insurance
Company paid STD and LTD
Equal Employment Opportunity
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.
Mi-Tech Tungsten Metals LLC