Job Description

Work closely with Process/Project Engineering and Tool Engineering to coordinate activities connected with technical developments, scheduling and resolving design and test problems.

Engage in hands-on process technical support on the production floor a minimum 80% of time. Under minimum supervision, performs new tool tryouts, analyzes tool design and specifications for the purpose of determining how tools are designed to function. Assist operators with technical problem solving and recommending creative technical solutions. Perform a variety of duties such as conducting tests, reporting data, adjusting equipment, troubleshooting equipment, diagnosing and recommending actions from findings.

Schedule:  2nd shift Monday -Thursday 5PM  to 3:30AM

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

• Provide process operations support with hands on troubleshooting and development.  
• Assist in process optimization.
• Analyze data to improve process tool and process quality.
• Verify manufacturing standards, actual versus estimates.
• Performs process capability and uptime study to meet pre-determined goals prior to formal handoff of project to manufacturing.
• Assists Maintenance Team on repeat machine problems
• Implements CI/Cost reduction and safety projects
• Researches and performs trials on supplies and consumables that will improve cost and/or quality. 

Tooling as relates to Operations and Tool Department

• Investigates and coordinates tooling improvements, repairs and replacements. 
• Monitors Standard Tooling Inventories to ensure appropriate quantities are on hand.
• Facilitates initial manufacturing review of set-up books coordinates ongoing updates.
• Programs production software/equipment and supports manufacturing as necessary with problems.
• Provides technical support problem solving expertise to manufacturing, as appropriate.

Competencies To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Works well in group problem solving situations. 

Job Knowledge/Technical Skills - Pursues training and development opportunities; Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Seeks professional development opportunities.

Language Skills 

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, written instructions, blueprints, drawings, and diagrams. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. 

Mathematical Skills 

Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Physical Demands: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.    While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and ability to adjust focus. 
 

Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud and requires PPE.

Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualified Applicants Will Have:

• HS Diploma or equivalent education
• Five or more years’ experience in metal forming, roll forming, or equivalent. Should include experience with roll forming operations, progressive stamping, welding or tool & die. Preferred candidates will have strong technical troubleshooting skills, be experienced with our robot welding machines and/or CNC machine programs.
• Computer/technical skills including: working knowledge of CAD software, Microsoft Office products and internal manufacturing software. 
• Must be a U.S. Person (as defined by ITAR/EAR requirements)

Preferred Applicants Will Also Have:

• Two-year technical degree
• Two or more years’ experience in tryout, R&D
• Hands-on experience with: lean manufacturing principles, PLCs and electrical controls/programming, PFMEA, SPC & GD&T, quality certification systems.

Who We Are 

voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation, or RFC as we call it, supplies custom roll formed metal components into several industries including Aerospace, Construction, Material Handling, Off-Highway, Office Furniture, Solar and Transportation.   In 2000, Roll Forming Corporation was acquired by globally leading technology group voestalpine AG and became part of the Metal Forming, Tubes and Sections division. Today, voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation has seven production facilities across three states with five facilities and headquarters located in Shelby County, Kentucky and one facility each in Pennsylvania and Indiana.

What We Offer You

• Several great benefit plans, including multiple health insurance options, vision, dental, life, short-term and long-term disability coverage, health-saving accounts, or flexible spending account
• 401K or 401K Roth up to 6% Match
• Quarterly Profit-Sharing Bonus. 
• Apprenticeship programs & tuition reimbursement opportunities
• Leadership training opportunities
• TogetherWeCare, a philanthropic volunteer program that allows employees to support their community while on company time
• Countdown to Zero, a global environmental impact initiative that strives to make our work environments more efficient and environmentally friendly

voestalpine Roll Forming Corporation is an At Will employer.  Employment will be at-will, which means that either the employee or the employer may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without prior notice, and with or without cause.

Roll Forming Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, and any other federal, state, or locally protected classifications.  Please contact us at [email protected] if you require any alternate application form or accommodation during our hiring process due to disability.