Mercury Marine · 2 months ago
Process Engineer Lead - Die Cast
Fond du Lac, WI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$84K/yr - $136K/yr
5+ years expMercury Marine is a global marine leader committed to innovating next-generation technologies. The Die Cast Process Engineer Lead will oversee the die casting process, equipment selection, and provide supervisory leadership for the Process Technicians while ensuring process control and optimization.
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Responsibilities
Team player that will work and communicate across multiple departments and shifts within the plant
Supervisory leadership for salaried Process Technicians which work across all three shifts (6 employees total, 2 on each shift)
Troubleshooting responsibilities for die casting machines and the entire die casting process
Engagement in specifying and selecting new die casting machines and process equipment associated with the die casting process (spray, ladle, extraction, thermal, etc)
Collaborate with engineering to develop and optimize processes for new parts and tools launched into production
Lead process control efforts and process optimization to identify and define process parameters while minimizing adjustments made once approved
Establish if a die casting quality issue is due to tooling, setup, and/or machine problems using available test equipment and deductive reasoning
Provide feedback and improvement ideas to tooling, simulation, and product design groups
Works with quality department on findings of X-Ray and dimensional results to reduce and eliminate quality concerns
Provide guidance to maintenance personal on unusual machine problems effecting the die casting process
Introduces and refines new die casting methods and procedures to keep Mercury at the leading edge of die cast technology
Completes data analysis to ensure process control
Responsibility for creating and maintaining proper process documentation
Communicates and interfaces with engineering to ensure long-term improvements and root cause corrective actions are completed
Qualification
Required
Desire to be “hands on” at the shop-floor level within a foundry environment
Ability to produce results independently and within groups/teams
Knowledge of high pressure die casting and finishing operations
Great communication and interpersonal skills with a proven record to effectively participate in a cross-functional team
Successful project management and time management skills
Ability to excel in an extremely dynamic and constantly changing manufacturing environment
Leadership and supervisory experience for technical trade positions
Willingness to apply computer technology to track and improve the die casting process
Working knowledge of hydraulics and robotics
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
15+ years of direct die casting experience in similar role without a formal engineering degree
5+ years in a die casting foundry
Proficiency in MS office software including Teams, Excel, and Planner
Experience with data analytics and reporting tools like SQL and Power BI
Experience with ABB robots (setting points, adjusting programs, etc)
Team player who thrives in a foundry environment
Understanding of CMM and other dimensional reporting
Understanding of machining processes on castings
Ability to read, review, and analyze process data to help troubleshoot processes
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid vacation
401k (up to 4% match)
Health Savings Account (with company contribution)
Well-being program
Product purchase discounts
A competitive 401(k) plan with company match
Health benefits
Paid time off
A robust Wellness Program
Company
Mercury Marine
Mercury Marine is a manufacturer of marine propulsion systems.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Jamison Heuver
Human Resources Business Partner
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