PROCESSING/MATERIAL SCIENCE ENGINEER

• Evaluate new materials for injection molded fittings and pipe extrusion.

• Implement process changes to include, establishing process conditions,
• procedures, training of associates, costing and BOM updating.
• Setup and conduct process capability studies.
• Review, set up trials and recommendations on new pieces of equipment and tooling to improve production efficiency and costs.
• Design, implementation, and analysis of experiments to solve production problems.
• Evaluate part quality as it relates to specific processes.
• Work with suppliers to establish purchasing specifications and control of incoming materials related to new products and process changes.

• Make recommendations for improving the reliability of components, and processes.
• Acquire, and analyze data. Prepare diagrams, charts, drawings, calculations, and reports for defining reliability problems and make recommendations for improvements.
• Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective action for process related concerns.
• Assist Quality manager in establishing, implementing and maintaining the quality management system. Support the Quality Inspectors to ensure that products and processes comply with the relevant requirements of the quality management system.
• Develop quality plans for new and existing product lines.
• Will work with the quality department to develop test methods, and training programs.
• Responsible for continual improvement activities to enhance the quality system, such as 5S, Kaizen, and lean methods, etc. Root cause analysis and implementation of corrective action for process related concerns.
• Assist with customer complaints as required.

• Four-year degree in polymer or plastics engineering, or related field of study.
• Knowledge of statistics, Lean manufacturing, and ISO quality systems.
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, Solid Works or other design and drawing software .
• Mini Tab experience.
• Quality system training and knowledge
• Process reliability training and knowledge
• Knowledge of plastics test methods including tensile properties, Izod impact, melt fusion testing, and long-term properties testing.
• Basic knowledge of plastics pipe extrusion and injection molding processes. Experience with vinyl compounds would be helpful.

• Superior organization skills for both electronic and hard copied information.
• Impeccable attention to detail in executing a project plan.
• Process oriented, ability to work with self directed teams.
• Top-notch inter-personal skills with the ability to build working relationships with associates at all CP&F locations at all levels.
• Must be able to communicate effectively.
• Highly motivated and self-disciplined
• Strong Microsoft Office skills (to include Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)

• Manage travel by minimizing expenses and filing reports on a timely basis.
• Maintain an up-to-date Outlook calendar that is shared with all members of the organization.
• Perform all job functions in a safe manner consistent with Charlotte Pipe and Foundry Mission Statement.
• Follows company safety and health guidelines and other company policies.

• Pay for Performance Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $3,000 per year
• Health and Fitness Club Membership Reimbursement
• Wellness Programs
• Paid Time-Off
• Employee Recognition Programs
• ATM Onsite
• National Guard and Reserve Pay
• Successful Team Approach
• Opportunities for Career Advancement

• Medical and dental coverage participation on the first day of the month after completing one full month of employment with the Company.
• Flexible Spending Accounts.
• Company paid life insurance.
• 401(k) with company match of 50 cents for every dollar contributed up to 6% of annual pay plus non-elective contribution of 3% of compensation.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 24/7 Nurse Line.
• We also offer a group of supplemental benefit plans including voluntary life, whole life, accidental death and dismemberment, long-term disability, and cancer insurance.

Charlotte Pipe & Foundry Company