Sr. Process Engineer-Rolling at Vallourec in Youngstown, Ohio

Job Description:

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and lead the multi-site technology team, focusing on technical support for Vallourec Star rolling operations, and resolve multi-discipline problems.


• Maintain and improve standard procedures; train the process engineers and operators. Reduce variations of key process indicators.


• Lead the identification, development and implementation of quality loops. Lead Continuous Improvement Team(s).


• Benchmark current processes and evaluate new technologies, processes, materials.


• Use Manufacturing Process Control (MPC), Six Sigma and/or other 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.


• Develop and implement root cause analysis and corrective action of non-conformance to mitigate rework, reduce cost and improve quality.


• Build technical capabilities by identifying and presenting Capital Expenditure Projects for multiple locations to support Vallourec Star strategy.


• Coordinate project activities with Vallourec Process Communities, Vallourec R&D centers, external research organizations and universities.


• Promote effective communication vertically and horizontally within the organization. 
  

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization and to promote excellent team building skills.


• Project management skills for process improvement and/or product development.


• Proven ability to apply manufacturing process control techniques and/or lean manufacturing experience required.


• Strong decision making skills based on analytical approach to problem solving, including application of statistical techniques.


• Ability to solve complex problems, by defining the scope, collects data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Establish corrective actions to mitigate rework reduce cost and improve quality.


• Has to be driven, self-managing and well organized.


• Ability to work independently and execute objectives in a cross-functional team environment.


• Demonstrated leadership skills for potential carrier growth opportunities.

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATIONS:

• Educational requirement is BS or its equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or Metallurgical Engineering/Material Science.


• 5+ years of pipe/steel industry experience is preferred or relevant experience in a related industry


• Higher Education (MSC or PHD) is preferred.

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES & CAPABILITIES:

• Directability


• Teamwork


• Adaptability


• Accountability


• Reliability/dependability


• Initiative


• Safety awareness


• Ability to receive and provide constructive feedback


• Pride in performance


• Continuous Improvement/Quality


• Communication


• Positive responses to change


• High attention to detail