Ulbrich Stainless Steels & Special Metals, Inc. is a high-precision, value added processor of Stainless Steels, Nickel Alloys, Titanium Alloys, Cobalt Alloys, Niobium, Tantalum, Nitinol for a wide range of difficult-to-manufacture, niche-market applications such as aerospace jet engine seals, nuclear reactor fuel cages, heart pacemaker containers, PV ribbon, computer chip substrate, chemical processing tower components, automotive airbag burst disks, automotive oxygen sensors, medical catheters, and cell phone key pads.

The material is made in the forms of precision strip and Ultralite foil, shaped (profile) wire, and precision flat wire in micro dimensions. Established in 1924, Ulbrich is a privately held company based in Connecticut. It has 9 wholly owned subsidiaries located in the US, Mexico, Canada, and Austria employing over 700 people, worldwide. The Corporate Headquarters and principal technology center is located in Connecticut. Our continued growth and expansion translates into career opportunities in many areas and locations. We are on the cutting edge of many new technologies and product applications and our future is an exciting one.Come grow with us and be part of our promising future!

Ulbrich Shaped Wire, located in North Haven, CT., is seeking an experienced Engineer. The Engineer will provide technical support on quality issues by conducting root cause analysis, recommending corrective actions, and developing continuous improvement projects.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Interface with customers, vendors, in-house sales and manufacturing staff on quality issues, by conducting root cause analysis and developing corrective action.
• Observe current conditions and identify challenges by collaborating with maintenance and manufacturing to develop continuous improvement projects.
• Provide technical expertise in all facets of the manufacturing process, including productivity, safety, quality and 5S.
• Identify the need for new manufacturing equipment by conducting: ROI calculations; net payback analysis; the review of contract/terms for machine qualification; and qualifying potential equipment builders as well as third party vendors.
• Provide technical expertise on processes related to the rolling industry including: industrial cleaning technology; wire straightening; and inline/offline gaging for Shaped Wire metrology/measurement.

• A bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering plus experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Demonstrated skill and knowledge of manufacturing processes.
• Strong problem solving skills required.
• Familiar with lean manufacturing concepts and Quality tools and systems.
• Proficient with computer, CAD or other technology needed to accomplish goals.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels.
• Strong customer service orientation.
• Capable of multi-tasking and meeting targeted due dates.

In exchange for a job well done, Ulbrich offers a solid compensation and benefits program.

Ulbrich is An Equal Opportunity Employer

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