Materials Engineering Technician - Productive Resources LLC

Materials Engineering Technician

Waterloo, Iowa - Full Time

Productive Resources (www.productiveresources.com) is seeking a candidate to be part of our engineering team at John Deere's facility in Waterloo, IA. As a member of our team, the selected candidate will be an individual who will integrate into the engineering culture by performing professional materials engineering (e.g., chemicals, plastics, finishes, metallurgy, heat treat, ceramics, etc) assignments and specific engineering tasks that are limited in scope, depth and degree of skill required. Work plans and decisions are reviewed by supervisors.

This full-time position is indefinite in duration with the opportunity of professional growth, and additional opportunities within our organization.

Duties:

• 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.
• Create and maintain laboratory procedures and processes.
• 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 Request 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.

As a condition of employment consideration, Productive Resources conducts pre-employment screening, including a background check and drug test. In addition, an employment candidate must provide proof of identity and legal authority to work in the United States.

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