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 envir...