Upper Level Positions 

 The following Positions is available at Navistar PurePower Technologies 

2011-15445: Product Engineering Manager
http://www.navistar.com/Navistar/Careers


PurePower Technologies, Metalcastings Group, a Navistar Company, is a globally competitive and world class provider of engineered Ductile Iron cast products and value added services to Heavy-Duty Truck, Engine, Rail and other key Non-Automotive Manufacturing Market segments.

Duties and Responsibilities;

• Provide and/or supervise specialized manufacturing counsel and advise to Engineering in conjunction with contemplated new or changed designs that can be produced most advantageously and with optimum tooling and product cost.
• Initiate, coordinate, supervise and/or participate in the development and maintenance of tooling and product cost information to assure the timely and accurate availability of data required for decision-making.
• Assure the conformance to target costs by monitoring designs and follow-up and collaborating with various disciplines to identify and resolve problem areas.
• Develop and maintain liaison with manufacturing plants and suppliers to assure most economical tooling, processing and operations that will contribute to profitable production. Maintain knowledge of current production and suppliers capabilities and new developments. Assist in efficient production start-up and contribute to solution of production problems.
• Supervise and give guidance in special cost reduction programs to assure the optimum contribution to project consistent with product performance, reliability and other parameters.
• Ensure the optimum utilization of Company and/or hired manpower and contribute to the efficient use of Company funds by proper direction of work project. Train and direct or give guidance to subordinate employees as required. Plan, organize and direct workflow through the section.
• Make timely decisions and accurate volume forecasts, contributing sufficient lead-time to ensure optimum design and development of manufacturing operations.
• Provided adequate follow-up and control to relate production experience to department estimates and recommendations on tooling, operations, suppliers, etc.
• Ensure product programs are executed on-time, on budget (piece cost, capital investment and engineering expenditures) and meeting all functional requirements (customer and regulatory) using the minimum engineering resources.
• Development of the technical excellence of the product engineering organization as well as contributing to the harmonious interactions between product engineering and other functional activities.
• Provide support for Process Engineering, including quality improvements.
• Develop a partnership relationship with represented workforce.
• Compliance to Company EMS Policy.
• Performs related duties as required.

Responsible to supervise, coordinate and provide product engineering services. This includes; assisting in the development of new designs which are most economical and consistent with satisfactory product performance and reliability, develop and maintain accurate tooling and product cost data for decision-making, assure achievement of target cost and profit objectives, and to act as a liaison with manufacturing plants and purchasing to ensure proper methods of implementing those designs and to control product cost.

Bachelor's degree
At least 8 years of product design, test and product development experience
At least 5 years of program planning experience
At least 5 years of supervisory or leadership experience

Desired Skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Technology-related field preferred.
• Advanced degree in Business or Technology field desirable.
• Demonstrated ability in thinking strategically
• Demonstrated ability in problem solving
• Significant experience in product design and development, especially in a casting environment preferred.
• Foundry experience preferred.
• Outstanding leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to interact positively with internal and external customers.
• At least 5 years of Leadership role with multiple direct reports

Rafaela Torres
Talent Acquisition Group
Talent Acquisition Specialist
Navistar, Inc.
4201 Winfield Road
Warrenville, IL 60555
Phone: 630-484-6450
Fax:  630-753-3344
rafaela.torres@navistar.com

Visit our Career Site for current job information:  www.navistar.com/careers

DIS Posting 11-02-2011

Foundry Manager
Are you a leader with demonstrated success in leading the transformation to a "best in class" at the physical plant 
level?  If you are resourceful, decisive and solutions oriented, your management and leadership experience in heavy industry manufacturing 
may reward you with your dream job.

Managing a total workforce of over 150 employees, the Foundry Manager will be a Lean focused leader who can plan,
implement and create initiatives geared for success. Due to continued growth in production for their diverse client
base, this ISO 9001 and ISO14001 accredited company is ready to bring on board a new Foundry Manager. As an organization
with a solid reputation for product, service and employee satisfaction, you will join a foundry steeped in success.

What you will do
*	Develop operating budgets, measures and analyses on a monthly basis
*	Establish and analyze measurements to effectively evaluate operational productivity
*	Develop operational and capital expenditures and budgets, and operate the plant within established budgets
*	Initiate solutions that facilitate continuous improvement through new designs and innovative approaches to production processes
*	Mentor and monitor the success of supervisors and other key employees

Must haves
*	Bachelors Degree, Engineering designation, or equivalent combination of education and experience
*	Full P&L experience, direct reports of 7 or more, and over 150 employees
*	8+ years in a senior leadership role within heavy industry manufacturing
*	Steel or foundry operations experience
*	Technical experience in mechanical, electrical, automation, hydraulic, piping, structural and civil works
*	Proven success implementing continuous improvement initiatives to drive synergies and reduce costs
*	 Track record creating high-performing teams with groups of diverse personalities

If you would like to be considered for the position of Foundry Manager please email your resume to Darlene Mager at darlene@pinnacle.jobs.
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DIS Posting 10-11-2011

General Manager
Are you are successful leader, with demonstrated success at changing a plant from "producing" to turning profit month after month?

With the opportunity to lead the success of a $25 million+ manufacturing operation, this position will forge towards creating production records, solidifying vendor relationships and managing a team of loyal, hardworking managers and teams.

Responsible for full P&L of this plant, your previous experience implementing and managing continuous improvement programs, new material processes and procedures to improve quality, and formulating plant objectives will drive this plant to success.

You will have full autonomy to ensure full functionality at this location, with direct reports in operations, health & safety, quality, human resources, finance and sales departments.

What you will do
* Develop and initiate solutions that facilitate continuous improvement through new designs and innovative approaches to production processes
* Be accountable for the financial performance and all other aspects of plant operations
* Plan, organize and direct the manufacturing facility, with optimum cost effectiveness to assure the timely production of product
* Develop operational and capital expenditures and budgets, and operate the plant within established budgets
* Responsibly lead the plant's compliance in safety, following local, state and federal regulations
* Promote and foster positive labor management and employee relations

Must haves
* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, metallurgical education or equivalent combination of education and experience
* Full P&L experience, direct reports of 5 or more, and over 100 employees
* 8+ years in a senior leadership role within heavy industry manufacturing
* Mining, steel or foundry operations experience a strong asset
* Technical experience in mechanical, electrical, automation, hydraulics, piping, structural and civil works
* Demonstrated success implementing Lean manufacturing processes

This is THE career path you've been waiting for...
Contact Darlene Mager, Engineering & Technical Recruiter, direct: 204-926-3504 or toll free: 1-866-663-9581 or email darlene@pinnacle.jobs in complete confidence.

DIS Posting 10-11-2011

Sr. Metallurgical Engineer
US Pipe and Foundry Company
Bessemer, Alabama

U.S. Pipe continues to lead the industry through the principles the company was established on over 100 years ago: Innovation, Service and Quality.  But what really sets U.S. Pipe apart isn't just our pipe. It's all the other superior products we manufacture. From restrained joints to welded outlets and fittings, we've been producing dependable and economical solutions for our customers for over 100 years.

Position Description

Please note that only those candidates being considered will be contacted.   We appreciate your interest.

DIS Posting 09-22-2011

Located in Strongsville, Ohio, USA
15400 Pearl Road, Suite 234; Strongsville, Ohio  44136
    Billing Address:  2802 Fisher Road, Columbus, Ohio  43204
Phone (440) 665-3686; Fax (440) 878-0070
email: jwood@ductile.org