Danville Machining Process Engineer

at thyssenkrupp Crankshaft Co., LLC in Danville, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Company
thyssenkrupp integrated its Forging & Machining and Undercarriage businesses to start the new business unit Forged Technologies. With roughly 7,000 employees at 18 production sites in seven different countries, thyssenkrupp Forged Technologies has sales of over one billion euros and operates over 50 forging press lines and more than 150 machining and assembly lines in seven countries. The product portfolio includes undercarriage systems for heavy machinery as well as crankshafts, connecting rods, pistons, chassis products, transmission systems and rotor shafts for the automotive industry.
Your responsibilities
Responsible for process improvement
Planning and execution of special projects
Providing Maintenance suport
Responsible for redesign or modifications of existing tooling and fixtures
Conduct prerelease design studies and process reviews to ensure efficient manufacturing methods are implemented
Design of manufacturing layouts
Coordinate assigned manufacturing projects (CNC turning and milling, heat treat, grinding, etc.) regarding concept, deigns, quotations, project and resource planning, process documentation, implementation, and employee training
Act as liaison between manufacturing, quality, sales and customer service
Participate in process improvement, cost reduction, and capital expenditure projects
Utilize and implement lean techniques such as 5S, Six Sigma, 8D, etc.
Daily tracking of tooling and consumables used
Conduct PFMEA's
Walks plant floor addressing issues and working with operators to improve efficiency
Offering maintenance downtime support
Account for scrapped parts and parts in quality hold
Address safety aspects of the line and where process improvements can improve safety
Make necessary drawings and measurements
Create work instructions
Nature of tasks may vary depending on assigned line (1-4)
Other responsibilities and projects as specified 
Your profile
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Systems engineering or related field with at least 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering position in machining
OR 5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering position in machining
Mechanical Engineering background with knowledge of strength of materials, jig fixture design, programming, machine operation, automation, material science, and metallurgy
Understanding of blueprint reading and GD & T interpretation
Knowledge of machine tooling
Understanding of process capability analysis
Strong mathematical ability, specifically statistical ability
Extremely detail-oriented
Excellent oral and written language ability
Analytical
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and AutoCAD
Ability to use and navigate machine controlling software
The [above] is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Your benefits
We offer an outstanding Benefits Package that includes:
Company Tuition Reimbursement Package. Quarterly Bonus Program.
401K Match
120 hours of Paid Time Off after completion of Probation Period.
Competitive wage with a Skill Pay Program that includes a work service credit on relative education and experience.
Comprehensive medical plans. We also have a Preventative Healthcare and Medical Program with additional premium discount on medical insurance premiums.
Dental plans.
Vision Plans.
Company Paid Life, AD&D, Short Term Disability, & Long Term Disability.
11 paid Holidays.
Exclusive free medical services through our partnership with Everside Healthcare for employees and their dependents 3+ years of age.
Gym Membership Reimbursement. 
Contact
We only accept online applications submitted through the 'Apply Now' button on this job posting. You can find all current job openings on our career site at: https://jobs.thyssenkrupp.com/en Thank you for your interest in joining our team!
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