ATI · 10 hours ago
Engineering Forge Technician
Irvine, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
$31/hr - $45/hr
1+ years expATI is a company that specializes in materials science and is seeking an Engineering Forge Technician. In this role, you will support the forging process and quality by collaborating with engineers and other technical staff, monitoring operations, and implementing improvements in manufacturing procedures.
AerospaceIndustrialManufacturing
No H1B
Responsibilities
Monitor forging process and provide active communication between operations and engineering team
Provide real-time inspections to validate forging process and quality
Support development and improvement to forging process instructions and routing
Execute plans for improvement projects both in the forge shop and throughout the entire plant. Activities will include mechanical design of tooling, workstations, and other apparatus used in manufacturing process
Identify equipment issues that impact personnel safety and product quality. Support maintenance/facilities engineering during troubleshooting and correction
Support root cause analysis and development of corrective actions for product which had difficulties during manufacturing or does not meet customer requirements. Manage various aspects of the implementation of corrective actions that result from this analysis
Seek improvement opportunities and implement changes to manufacturing procedures to reduce cost, increase efficiency, improve safety, and reduce lead time. Work with forging department supervision, design engineering, metallurgy, quality, and other production departments to facilitate these changes
Develop strong relations with all operating departments and personnel to ensure that shop floor manufacturing issues are addressed. Work to get buy-in from those directly affected by manufacturing changes
Support capital projects in various areas of the plant
Be an active participant in continually improving all aspects of the manufacturing operations
Follow all safety guidelines set forth by ATI Forged Products
Other job duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
Ability to read blueprints required
Proficient with producing dimensioned drawings using common design software (AutoCAD & NX)
Participation in multidisciplinary team
Work in a manufacturing/production environment
Familiarity with KPI's and metrics
Aptitude for problem solving & troubleshooting basic obstacles
Proficient math skills
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Exceptional interpersonal skills
Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multi-task
Must be able to read and comprehend safety and work instructions
Bachelor's degree in an engineering or related technical discipline (mechanical or manufacturing engineering preferred)
Familiar with machining processes
1 or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment
Above average knowledge of Microsoft Office, especially Excel
1-3 years of experience operating a forklift
Ability to lift 50 lbs
Preferred
Experience with electrical and electronics a plus
Familiarity with metallurgical concepts preferred
Familiarity with pyrometry a plus
Familiarity with GD&T a plus
Company
ATI
Searing heat. Crushing stress. Blistering corrosion. Maybe all the above. No matter the challenge, we are our customer’s first call.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Bob Wetherbee
Board Chair & CEO
Don Newman
Chief Financial Officer
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