Foundry Process & Quality Engineer

Location:
Emiliano Zapata, Mexico

Experience:
5–10 Years

Work Authorization:
Valid work visa required

Travel:
Frequent travel to Canada and the USA required

Languages:
Fluent English & Spanish – Mandatory

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced
Foundry Process & Quality Engineer
with strong expertise in
sand casting and iron casting
, process improvement, quality engineering, and manufacturing problem-solving.

The idóneo candidate will drive improvements in casting quality, reduce defects and scrap, improve production yield, and support foundry operations through data-driven root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.

Key Responsibilities
- Identify and resolve casting defects including
porosity, core shift, NCU, over-grinding
, and other foundry-related quality issues.
- Conduct
process audits
and ensure compliance with foundry control plans, procedures, and quality standards.
- Analyze
production, yield, scrap, and defect data
to identify trends and implement corrective actions.




- Lead structured problem-solving activities using
8D, DOE, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), Pareto analysis
, and other quality tools.
- Collaborate with
foundry, machining, manufacturing, and quality teams
to resolve downstream quality issues.
- Interpret engineering drawings, casting/machining specifications,
CAD models, and GD&T; requirements
.
- Drive
Lean Six Sigma
initiatives to improve process capability, productivity, yield, and overall manufacturing performance.
- Support
production ramp-up, process stabilization, and launch activities
for complex cast components.
- Develop and implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce recurring casting defects.
- Partner with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to establish sustainable process and quality improvements.

Required Qualifications & Skills
- 5–10 years of experience in
foundry, casting, manufacturing process, or quality engineering
.
- Strong knowledge of
sand c

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