Manufacturing Threading Engineer
Vallourec
- Houston, TX
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Technical support for End Finishing, to improve downstream quality concerns and resolve multi-discipline problems Maintain and improve standard procedures, train the operators Reduce variation of key process indicators.
- Use Manufacturing Process Control and/or advanced problem-solving techniques such as Design of Experiments, process capability, SPC and FMEA to isolate and reduce sources of variation and resolve production and quality issues.
- Plans equipment layout workflow and safety precautions for alterations of existing process flows and for new projects.
- Lead the Process/Continuous Improvement Team(s). (CIT’s)
- Conducts and evaluates tool life studies.
- Writes engineering specifications as required.
- Benchmark the existing and evaluate new technologies, processes, materials.
- Implement root cause analysis and corrective action of non-conformance to mitigate rework, reduce cost and improve quality.
- Establishes work and time standards for manufacturing processes (SOP’s, JIB’s, Cycle times)
- Specifies and/or designs all tooling for new products, or for improvement of existing tools.
- Build technical capabilities, necessary to execute Vallourec Star strategy by identifying and presenting Capital Expenditure Projects.
- Manages assigned capital expenditure projects as assigned for on-time and on-budget completion.
- Coordinate Project activities with Vallourec R&D centers, external research organizations and universities.
- Promote effective communication vertically and horizontally within the organization.
- Recognizes material and process deficiencies and develops then implements innovative solutions.
- Supervises construction and fabrication of new and lor repairing of equipment.
- Follows all related work instructions, specifications, and requirements.
- Follow all Company Rules, Procedures and Policies.
- Any other duties as assigned by Supervisor or Manager.
- Ability to teach and promote problem solving and variation control methodologies to all levels of the organization.
- Proven ability to apply manufacturing process control techniques and/or lean manufacturing experience required.
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing within the organization, both vertically and horizontally
- Strong Project management skills for process improvement and/or product development (budgeting, planning/scheduling, project organization, etc.)
- Has a clear perception of right and wrong and the integrity to stand behind one's assessment.
- Strong decision-making skills based on analytical approach to problem solving, including application of statistical techniques.
- Ability to work independently with moderate direction and execute objectives in a cross-functional team environment.
- Demonstrated leadership skills for potential carrier growth opportunities.
- Bachelor's Degree in related fields (Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering preferred).
- Minimum experience: 3 to 5 years of experience in the manufacturing industry. Recent graduates with 2-3 years of applicable experience will be considered.
- CAD experience preferred.
- Knowledge of CNC machine programming methods preferred.
- Exposure to the pipe/steel industry a plus
- Project management certifications such as CAPM or PMP a plus
- Coachable with ability to receive and provide constructive feedback.
- Team player
- Adaptable, Accountable, and Dependable
- Shows initiative and demonstrated leadership both direct and indirect.
- Analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Self-awareness
- Continuous improvement mindset that challenges the status quo
- Pride in performance
- Detail oriented
- Ability to Stand and walk for extended periods.
- Ability to reach with hands and arms.
- Some climbing/balance is required.
- Occasional Stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
- Ability to Talk and Hear.
- Lift up to 50 pounds.
- Close Vision
- Ability to cope with outdoor weather conditions.
- Less than 5% domestic travel between sites.
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