Materials Engineering Specialist

2 days ago


Waterloo, Iowa, United States Productive Resources Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled Materials Engineering Technician to join our team at Productive Resources. As a key member of our engineering team, you will be responsible for performing professional materials engineering assignments and specific engineering tasks that are limited in scope, depth, and degree of skill required.

Key Responsibilities
  • Complete tasks involving preparation or analysis of material samples/components/processes with minor engineering oversight for moderately complex activities.
  • Develop, recommend, and implement analytical or process changes needed to maintain or improve product quality on a tactical or strategic basis.
  • Work with maintenance and production personnel to troubleshoot laboratory equipment, process, or analytical problems.
  • Participate on project teams to leverage knowledge and experience to improve factory performance in safety, quality, cost, and delivery.
  • Create and maintain process instructions or develop analytical processes to meet production needs.
  • Maintain 'Sustain' level of 5S in the materials Engineering lab.
  • Perform laboratory tasks as requested and support activities in the materials lab as Materials engineering Work Requests are received.
  • Work with requestors to ensure proper work is being done and parts are being delivered to the lab.
  • Order and stock lab consumables.
  • Track reservation number, IM number, price, order date, and delivery date.
  • Enter crib reservation in SAP (PDX) transaction.
  • Collect Parts, Perform Audits, and Maintain Monthly/Quarterly Audit spreadsheets.
  • Track work request system.
  • Maintain all lab equipment.
  • Support changeovers and adjustments at S450 crankshaft heat treat.
  • Maintain coolant levels in all saws.
  • Getting new consumables approved for use.
Requirements
  • Excellent understanding of part prints, process instructions, and Deere/industry standards.
  • Basic to moderate knowledge of ferrous machining processes and application to materials analysis.
  • Basic knowledge of production and analytical equipment, and maintenance activities needed to produce or verify quality products.
  • Solid mechanical aptitude and a strong drive to grow this skill set.
  • Very good verbal and written communication skills.
  • 2-year associate technical degree or equivalent work experience.
  • Experience in process control and analytical analysis.
  • Experience with shop floor or laboratory environment.
  • Participation as a contributing team member on substantial process problem-solving teams.
  • Demonstrated technical leadership and mentoring experience.
  • Experience with production systems and databases.
  • Experience with using Microsoft Office Suite and other electronic engineering software tools.
Why Work for Productive Resources?

Productive Resources is a full-service engineering firm with over two decades of experience serving leading global clients. Our expertise is project-based product development and manufacturing engineering support. Our primary focus industries are off-highway equipment, including agricultural, construction, defense, mining, recreational, industrial, and specialty machines.

We lead with our reputation for quality, teamwork, and innovative solutions. We invest in our people, providing resources and opportunities for ongoing development. Our workplace fosters innovation, prioritizes the well-being of our team, and encourages creativity. Our diverse experience and client base will challenge your technical skills and provide greater opportunities for growth.

We Offer Competitive Benefits
  • Health and Dental Insurance
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Long-Term Disability
  • Short-term Disability
  • Retirement Savings Account (Traditional 401k & Roth 401k)
  • Flexible Spending Plans for Medical Expenses and Dependent Care
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Equal Opportunity and Veteran Friendly

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