Manufacturing Engineer - Hussey Copper : Job Details

Are you a hands-on Engineer that enjoys being on the plant floor evaluating manufacturing processes and machinery? Take advantage of this rewarding career where you will have the autonomy to develop continuous improvement initiatives and solve complex technical problems more quickly with no red tape. Join a company that has been in business for 170 years and is within a stable, rapidly growing industry. Hussey Copper, a leading manufacturer of high-quality coppers and copper-nickel alloys, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team in Leetsdale, PA. Relocation Assistance may be available for a well-qualified candidate. Why Engineers join the Hussey Copper Team:

• Make a Noticeable Impact: This is a career you can truly make your own and hit the ground running. You have the support and trust of a leadership team that are open to all changes that will impact the business in a positive way.
• Stable Future: Take pride in being a valued team member of a company that has been in business for close to 170 years. The copper industry continues to grow quickly and is a resource that will always be needed which will provide you with incredible job stability.
• Competitive Pay based on experience
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental and vision coverage as well as a 401(k) with company match that vests very quickly

Requirements:

• 4-year Engineering degree with a Mechanical, Industrial or Electrical focus
• 5 years of engineering experience in industrial manufacturing

Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to the following):

• Analyzing equipment failure data to identify patterns and trends applying engineering principles to develop and implement countermeasures to prevent re-occurrence including develop/revise PM's with proper granularity and cadence.
• Devising PM strategies and spare parts lists.
• Conducting root cause analysis to determine the underlying cause of problems on equipment in effort to maximize equipment uptime and throughput.
• Developing and implementing new maintenance procedures and standard work for repair.
• Designing and implementing new procedures for monitoring and testing equipment.
• Finding new technologies and processes that can improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure that reliability is integrated into all aspects of the organization.
• Managing a variety of capital and non-capital projects as the Project Manager or Project Lead. Utilizing fundamentals of project management, i.e. scope, specification, design review, budget and WBS/Schedule governed by change management. Knowledge of FEL process a plus.
• Effectively communicating project expectations to team members in a clear and timely manner; delegate as needed.
• Scheduling contractors and manage day-to-day activities to complete projects on time
• Improving equipment reliability and operation through analysis of data and experimental evaluation
• Implementing appropriate plans to improve profitability by maximizing efficiency to include waste, speed, delay, and raw material usage using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Managing the coordination, implementation and standardization of manufacturing process improvement and tooling.
• Performing work measurement studies, including time studies, process capability studies and uptime studies to meet pre-determined goals prior to formal handoff of project to manufacturing.
• Directly involved with continuous improvement teams, which may include being facilitator of a team or group of teams.
• Incorporating safety into all aspects of the department and ensure safe working conditions during all activities associated within the manufacturing environment.
• Researching, justifying, designing and implementing new processes, tooling, and equipment.
• Procurement activities including obtaining bids, evaluating bids, and making purchase recommendations.
• Designing countermeasures and engineering trials; verifying effectiveness of corrective actions.

About the Company: Hussey Copper's capabilities extend from melting and casting primary metal to delivering finished components and products for an extraordinary range of industries. Now the world's largest and most expert producer of electrical copper bar, they've been a dependable link in American manufacturing supply chains for nearly 170 years. Libertas Copper, LLC, dba Hussey Copper is at the forefront of the electrification of the economy, making life more efficient, safe, enjoyable, and healthy for everyone. As a producer of a critical component of electrical transmission and control equipment, Hussey Copper contributes to powering people's lives today for a better tomorrow. Libertas Copper, LLC, dba Hussey Copper is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression or any other protected characteristic under the applicable law Libertas Copper, LLC, dba Hussey Copper exudes the utmost respect to the environment and safety of all individuals, inside and outside of the workplace, by promoting environmental sustainability and regulatory compliance, in regard to all local, state, and federal guidelines.