Stealth Talent Solutions · 7 hours ago
Sr. Process Engineer
Austintown, OH
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$100K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expStealth Talent Solutions is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to lead and manage casting and metallurgical initiatives that support operations, manufacturing, and product development. The role focuses on implementing and continuously improving processes to meet or exceed customer expectations for quality, consistency, and on-time performance while collaborating cross-functionally with various teams.
Staffing & Recruiting
Hiring Manager
Jake Groeschen
Responsibilities
Ensure personal and team compliance with internal policies and external safety, environmental, and health regulations
Collaborate with EHS Manager to ensure safety-first process and equipment changes
Participate in safety observations and incident investigations
Promote a safety-first culture across all operations
Oversee bimetallic casting activities including product recipes, testing, NDE, and subcontracted processes
Optimize casting process variables such as heat-up time, spin rate/G-forces, mold preheat, melt quality, and inlay bonding
Align product and testing priorities with furnace production schedules
Maximize casting material utilization while maintaining product integrity
Monitor furnace performance and coordinate maintenance and upgrades
Ensure complete and accurate documentation of casting records and shop orders
Manage process specifications and training requirements
Serve as the business expert in materials and additive manufacturing across all locations
Stay current with state-of-the-art casting technologies and maintain casting as a core competency
Lead product development initiatives, including new inlay/matrix formulations for barrels
Apply structured problem-solving tools such as DOE, 5 Whys, FMEA, and Six Sigma to drive improvements
Utilize thermal modeling and simulation techniques to optimize casting processes
Implement plans to improve product quality and consistency
Ensure compliance with quality systems and procedures
Investigate customer claims and internal CARs; lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions
Develop and report metrics using tools like SPC, SQC, and Lean methodologies
Participate in Specific Product Design (SPD) processes to meet customer expectations
Review test results for compliance with specifications
Lead defect reduction initiatives targeting porosity, lumpiness, and cracking
Resolve customer complaints through direct engagement and technical analysis
Perform other duties as needed to support company objectives
Maintain on-site presence to foster strong relationships and team collaboration
Travel (10–20%, including international) to support customer and operational needs
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years in a managerial or leadership role within centrifugal casting metallurgy, with hands-on shop-floor experience
Proven success managing complex projects in product and process development
Bachelor's degree in Materials Science, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or related field
Strong background in materials or mechanical engineering
Deep understanding of casting process variables and defect mechanisms
Hands-on experience with centrifugal or high-performance casting
Exposure to thermal modeling, melt shop operations, and inlay bonding techniques
Data-Driven: Makes decisions based on evidence and metrics
Analytical & Decisive: Solves complex problems and takes timely action
Hands-On: Present and engaged in operations, leads by example
Poised: Maintains professionalism and calm under pressure
Track record of reducing scrap, rework, and warranty claims
High Initiative: Proactively identifies opportunities and drives outcomes
Results-Driven: Delivers measurable, high-impact business results
Intellectually Curious: Seeks new ideas and challenges the status quo
Team Oriented: Strong ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to identify challenges, develop innovative solutions, and drive successful implementation
Preferred
Highly functional with ERP (Microsoft AX Dynamics, preferred)
Strong computer skills including MS Office products, such as Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Power BI, Access, Project, etc
Company
Stealth Talent Solutions
Stealth Talent Solutions is a next-gen, technology-driven recruiting firm that’s reimagined what working with an agency should look like.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase