Description

Ellwood Specialty Metals Company is the leading distributor and a fully integrated producer of tool steels for plastic molds, die cast and forging dies and other tooling applications. Our steel and aluminum are used to make countless parts for automobiles, aircraft, and consumer products.

As part of our evolving needs and in response to rapid growth, we currently have an opening for a full time Manufacturing Engineer. This position will report to the General Manager.

Job Summary:

Utilizing independent judgement, this position supports all existing manufacturing processes and supports engineering and safety projects within the Ellwood Specialty Metals Group.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Observes all safety rules and regulations and meets all safety program requirements.

Ability to learn and understand operations, including material management and flow, shipping and receiving, production scheduling, contractor and vendor management, and customer satisfaction.

Supporting all existing manufacturing processes, including data collection and analysis for the Ellwood Specialty Metals Group.

Supporting operations, maintenance, and environmental, health, quality improvement and safety projects.

Support the evaluation, design, and implementation of project/improvement initiatives.

Draft documentation for updated process procedures, safety material, training material, etc.

Draft layouts of existing and potential floor spaces to optimize the manufacturing process.

Support costs savings initiatives to reduce operating expenses.

Be a leader in safety and develop/improve safety devices, procedures, and protocols.

Support quality improvement projects.

Travel as needed to support efforts within the Ellwood Specialty Metals Group and to visit customers and vendors as required (including out-of-country travel).

Perform other duties as deemed necessary.

Qualifications / Experience

Minimum of 1-3 years experience in engineering preferred.

BS degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or equivalent is required

Strong safety focus/values

Experience in a manufacturing is preferred

CNC machine and programming experience preferred

Ability to read machining blueprints

Strong analytical skills

Strong computer skills, including Microsoft applications

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Well organized and detail oriented

Strong leadership and team-building skills

SolidWorks experience preferred (or other similar CAD software)

Excellent interpersonal skills and a positive attitude

Ability to work independently (self-starter)

Ability to troubleshoot and solve problems

Ability to work on a team or as an individual

Results oriented with a strong desire to succeed

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

Qualifications

Education

Bachelors of Manufacturing Engineering (preferred)

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

EOE, including disability/vets

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