Process Engineer - Finishing

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work in close cooperation of R&D & Industrialization to support new OCTG connections and improvement projects throughout the organization

• Working in close cooperation with the Process Community Finishing and the other NA operation facilities

• Act as a liaison between R&D, industrialization, and production for the finishing and threading processes

• Improve process performance by improving the CNC programming methodology

• Support continuous improvement of consumables (i.e. tooling and inserts)

• Support the qualification of new vendors

• Support Operations to resolve process problems and coordinate with technical groups to improve performance

• Active participant in performance improvements

• Work with and communicate with Premium Connection department in North America

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

• Manage projects and coordinate teams at several USA locations. Travel regularly between these locations

• Must follow all company policies, practices, and regulations to include Safety and Quality

• Communicate the strategic vision

EXPERIENCE, SKILLS, AND KNOWLEDGE:

• Promote excellent team building skills

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

• 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

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

• Possess strong analytical and interpersonal skills

• Results orientation and ability to develop objectives and plan resources to ensure goals and objectives are met

• Quality, cost, and performance understanding with a strong customer focus

• Continuous improvement mindset to pursue and benchmark within organization

• Work in an international environment, involving different cultures

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Minimum education requirement is a Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering fields

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

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.)

• Process management and CNC Programming

• Management of projects and manufacturing background

• Experienced in the implementation of Manufacturing Process Control

• Ability to apply manufacturing process control techniques and/or lean manufacturing experience required

CRITICAL COMPETENCIES & CAPABILITIES:

• Directability

• working independently in a self-directed environment

• 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