Manufacturing Engineer Small Press

Arconic is currently in search of a Manufacturing Engineer Small Press to join our Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Lafayette, IN.

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for driving process improvements, product quality, and manufacturing excellence within the Aluminum Small Press operation. This position supports production operations by improving process capability, reducing variation, enhancing product performance, and ensuring compliance with customer specifications and quality management system requirements.

Arconic Corporation is a leading provider of aluminum sheet, plate and extrusions, as well as innovative architectural products, that advance the automotive, aerospace, commercial transportation, industrial and building and construction markets. Building on more than a century of innovation, Arconic helps to transform the way we fly, drive, and build.

We live our core values and commit to delivering sustainable value to our customers, our employees, our communities and our stakeholders.

At Arconic, we:

Act With Integrity : We lead with respect, honesty, transparency and accountability.

Safeguard our Future : We protect and improve the health and safety of our employees, communities and environment.

Grow Stronger Together : We cultivate an inclusive and diverse culture that advocates for equity.

Earn Customer Loyalty : We build customer partnerships through best-in-class products and service.

Drive Operational Excellence : We pursue continuous improvement through innovation, agility, people development and collaboration.

Create Value : We achieve success by generating and growing value for our stakeholders.

This position is subject to Export Control Law: This position requires access to 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). Authorizations from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

United States EEO Statement: Arconic Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We take action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

Basic Qualifications

• This position requires access to controlled technology as defined by applicable export regulations.
• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Materials Science, Metallurgy, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience with electro-mechanical systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

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 requires access to 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). Authorization from the relevant government agency may be required to meet export control compliance requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Automotive manufacturing experience.
• Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools and IATF 16949.
• Experience with aluminum tube, extrusion, drawing, metal-forming, or press processes.
• Six Sigma or Lean certification.
• Provide daily technical support to production operations.
• Lead product capability studies and process control improvements to improve throughput and manufacturability of product.
• Engage technical counterparts at customers to discuss application needs and new material/product opportunities.
• Support new product and process qualifications.
• Lead investigations of customer complaints and nonconformances using 8D, 5 Why and Root Cause Analysis.
• Collaborate with commercial teams on reviewing new business opportunities and current business challenges.
• Support APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA and Control Plan activities.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Support IATF 16949, AS9100 and customer-specific requirements.
• This position requires majority of time on a factory floor requiring PPE.

Also note:

• Relocation assistance is available
• Travel less than 25%
• Provide daily technical support to production operations.
• Lead product capability studies and process control improvements to improve throughput and manufacturability of product.
• Engage technical counterparts at customers to discuss application needs and new material/product opportunities.
• Support new product and process qualifications.
• Lead investigations of customer complaints and nonconformances using 8D, 5 Why and Root Cause Analysis.
• Collaborate with commercial teams on reviewing new business opportunities and current business challenges.
• Support APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA and Control Plan activities.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects.
• Support IATF 16949, AS9100 and customer-specific requirements.
• This position requires majority of time on a factory floor requiring PPE.

Also note:

• Relocation assistance is available
• Travel less than 25%