Monoshell Process Owner - Business Unit

The Engines Business Unit Monoshell Process Engineer (Monoshell Process Owner) may be located at any of the Howmet Engines Business Unit facilities. Using a disciplined process management approach, this position will team with Howmet Engines' manufacturing operations to assess, optimize and implement sustainable ceramic shell best practices that lead to high product yields and stable processes.

Primary Responsibilities

• Drive standardized ceramic shell and mold processes for investment casting to ensure quality, efficiency, and tight process controls. Ensure methods, materials, and equipment are in compliance with Business Unit manuals and best practices. Support/lead internal audits of ceramic mold processes and gap closures within the global manufacturing facilities.
• Author and maintain revisions of the Business Unit manuals containing raw material specifications, slurry recipes, process controls, and best practices related to ceramic shell and molds for investment casting.
• Coordinate periodic measurement system analyses, Gage R&Rs, and composition testing of ceramic slurries and sand across the various Business Unit locations to ensure high quality and consistency.
• Assess, optimize, and implement new technologies, materials, and supplies rooted in six sigma methodology for cost savings, process improvements, and quality improvements relative to ceramic mold technology.
• Partner with procurement, supplier quality, and the Research Center to reduce supply risk and ensure incoming materials used in producing ceramic molds are of consistent quality and comply with agreed specifications.
• Drive improvements and best practices in ceramic shell processes across investment casting facilities to ensure consistency, stability, and high quality to improve casting yields.
• Perform root cause investigations on deviations from specifications or correlations between ceramic molds or materials and resulting part quality. Provide technical support to Plant Engineering grounded in six sigma methodology to resolve shell-related issues.
• Act as a conduit between Manufacturing Facilities and the Research Center to ensure that technology needs are communicated, and new technology is rapidly tested and implemented.

Basic Qualifications

• BS in Ceramic Engineering, Materials Science & Engineering, or an equivalent degree from an accredited institution
• At least 5 years' experience developing, improving, or productionizing processes in an industrial setting, preferably with ceramic technology and in investment casting.
• Demonstrate considerable ingenuity and creativity while recognizing prudent risk.
• Ability to work in a self-directed or team environment with good organizational skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships and lead through influence.
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States, verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire, visa sponsorship is not available for this position
• This position is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) which requires U.S. person status. ITAR defines U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. "Green Card Holder"), Political Asylee, or Refugee

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Ceramic Engineering or Materials Science
• 5+ years related experience in process engineering in an investment casting environment.
• Proficient in MS Office tools and MiniTab.
• Working knowledge of statistical analysis and SPC
• Green belt or Black belt certified in Six Sigma, experienced in Lean Manufacturing, and Process Management.
• Strong knowledge of ceramic technology and the effects of related organic binders and additives