United States of America

State / County

California

City

Gardena

Division

Fasteners

Company

PB Fasteners

Function

Engineering

Workplace Type

On-Site

Position type

Full Time

Opportunity ID

12370

Company Profile

With more than 120 operations and approximately 20,000 employees worldwide, Precision Castparts Corp. is the market leader in manufacturing large, complex structural investment castings, airfoil castings, forged components, aerostructures and highly engineered, critical fasteners for aerospace applications. In addition, we are the leading producer of airfoil castings for the industrial gas turbine market. We also manufacture extruded seamless pipe, fittings, and forgings for power generation and oil & gas applications; commercial and military airframe aerostructures; and metal alloys and other materials for the casting and forging industries. With such critical applications, we insist on quality and dependability – not just in the materials and products we make, but in the people we recruit.

PCC is relentless in its dedication to being a high-quality, low-cost and on-time producer; delivering the highest value to its customers while continually pursuing strategic, profitable growth.

In 2016, Berkshire Hathaway, led by Chairman and CEO Warren E. Buffett, acquired Precision Castparts Corp.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The Engineering Manager oversees and directs all activities related to product engineering and ensures that manufacturing processes will meet end customer requirements. Directs and coordinates development/qualification projects leading to new products and/or improved processes. Provides technical authority during engineering reviews and supports sustaining/manufacturing engineering.

Manages engineering staff and resources to support operations.
Directs staff and activities involved in developing/qualifying new products and/or optimal production processes (scope includes design, testing, machinery, tooling, equipment, and layout)
Product development, including but not limited to, design, drawings/schematics, testing methods, work instructions, risk assessment, reliability, quality control.
Write and review proposals, final reports, and technical papers.
Responsible for daily MRB disposition and costing.
Drive process control and variance reduction activities through Six Sigma.
Drive cost reduction activities that will create favorable manufacturing variances.
Develop, implement, and communicate a system to authorize, provide and control technical information and instructions.
Provides direction to technical support as required for critical process and product issues.
Determine capital equipment needs & development of the budget process for equipment, training, software, and equipment installation projects.
Responsible for undertaking the necessary corrective and preventive actions resulting from Quality non-compliance monitoring and audit programs.
Provide ongoing developmental feedback to team members, as well as formal annual performance reviews.
Communicate with customers and address technical issues.
Foster a “Safety 24/7” culture; driving safety and environmental initiatives to ensure zero safety related incidents annually.
Performs other related duties as directed by the Vice President/General Manager.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

B.S. Degree in Engineering (preferably in mechanical engineering).
6+ years Manufacturing experience (aerospace, forging, machining backgrounds preferred).
Supervisory experience leading people.
Performance management skills.
Analytical skills
Personal accountability
Strong organizational skills.
Effective verbal and written communication skills with all levels of organization.
Advanced use of MS Word, Excel, Access, and Outlook.
Quality focused & production driven.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

Must be capable of working effectively with minimal direction and supervision.
Process improvement experience is desirable (Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing).
Must possess excellent problem solving, organizational and verbal & written communication skills.
Solid, overall business acumen and a strong mindset for continuous improvement.
Attention to detail and an attitude of 100% compliance with all company and regulatory requirements.
Work requires verbal communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to motivate teams to produce quality materials within tight timeframes and simultaneously manage several projects.
Ability to work in a team-oriented environment.
Strong computer skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Results oriented.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Relocation

Relocation is authorized for this position.

For informational purposes only, the range of pay for this role is $151400 to $227,000 US Dollar (USD) Salaried based on a variety of factors. For informational purposes only, this role is eligible to participate in the Company’s Quarterly Cash Bonus Plan, paid out at the quarterly bonus factor of 3X the Company’s bonus multiple, based on the Company’s performance in the applicable quarter. Employees will receive 120 hours paid time off every year. Employees will also receive 10 paid holidays. Employees (and their families) are eligible to participate in the company's medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Employees are eligible to enroll in the Company’s 401(k) plan.

The position will be eligible to participate in the Company’s Long-Term Incentive Program

This position requires use of information or access to production processes subject to national security controls under U.S. export control laws and regulations (including, but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the Export Administration Regulations (EAR)). To be qualified to work in this facility, a successful applicant must be a U.S. Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled information under a specific license or permission from the relevant government agency. The U.S. export control regulations define a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e. 'Green Card Holder'), and certain categories of Asylees and Refugees.