Arconic is seeking a Process Metallurgist-Aluminum Extrusions to join our Aluminum Extrusion (AEX) business unit in Lafayette, IN.

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

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

Provide daily technical support to small press production operations.
Lead process capability studies and process control improvements.
Support new product and process qualifications.
Lead investigations of customer complaints and nonconformances using 8D,

5 Why and Root Cause Analysis.

Support APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA and Control Plan activities.
Drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects.
Support AS9100 and customer-specific requirements.

Please note, this position requires significant experience on factory floor where PPE is required. Must be very comfortable in that factory environment.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science Engineering, or related field.
Minimum 2 years manufacturing experience
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). 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,

Additional Preferred Qualifications:

Aerospace and Automotive manufacturing experience.
Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Knowledge of AIAG Core Tools and IATF 16949 and/or AS 9100
Experience with aluminum tube, extrusion, drawing or metal-forming processes.
Six Sigma or Lean certification.

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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.

Lafayette Operations in Lafayette, IN is located approximately 60 miles from the state's capital, Indianapolis and is the home to Purdue University. Our Lafayette location has been continuously running in Lafayette community since 1938. We are an Aluminum Extrusions plant for Aerospace, Automotive, Industrial and Defense facility.

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