Primary Responsibilities:
• Optimization of process equipment for improving quality and capacity
• Solve equipment and process problems for Client’s Finishing processes
• Drive resolution of chronic problems within area of expertise; Lead problem solving teams & organize support from other resources when necessary
• Develop and deploy best practices for the different Finishing processes, assist in identifying improvement opportunities, and facilitate technology transfer
• Maintain a working relationship with vendors of Finishing equipment and be knowledgeable of external developments
• Provide engineering and operational support for large capital improvement projects
• Sponsor, participate, and occasionally lead development projects
• Be relied upon by plant resources for advice and direction on capital and process solutions
• Participate in technical assessments of facilities and individual pieces of equipment
• Provide equipment, control, and process training to the technical base

Basic Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field from an accredited institution
• 7 total years of manufacturing experience, with a minimum of 4 years in aluminum finishing
• Employees must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
• This position may require access to export-controlled technology, as defined in the Export Administration Regulations (15 C.F.R. §730, et seq.) and/or the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). Qualified candidate must be a U.S. citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the relevant government agency. Business demands may require employer to proceed with candidates who are immediately eligible to access controlled technology.

Preferred Qualifications:
• The position requires the desire and ability to travel extensively (around 25-50%), with a portion of the travel being international
• Ability to navigate Rockwell PLC's for troubleshooting
• Ability to work well with a broad group of cultures
• Self-starter with ability to determine priorities based upon specific business needs
• Strong leadership skills