Process Engineer II

About the Role

The Process Engineer is responsible for ensuring proper optimized operations to produce products and develop processes to meet quality, cost, and efficiency goals. This role drives sustainable root cause problem resolution and overall process improvements using KT tools, process/quality trials, and sound engineering fundamentals. The Process Engineer maintains and communicates process specifications and associated documentation while training personnel.

Responsibilities

• Lead process design reviews, raw material qualification, and product/process qualification and capability studies.
• Perform PPA/FMEA on all major process and raw material changes.
• Train production personnel on Statistical Process Control (SPC) and lead the application and interpretation of SPC charting.
• Train and educate personnel on company products, plant and corporate quality policies, and procedures, including internal/external personnel, suppliers, and customers.
• Conduct internal compliance audits of production tests, process specifications, plant change notices (PCNs), and other in-plant processes.
• Coordinate plant trials with R&D and plant personnel, ensuring accurate conduction and reporting.
• Standardize Manufacturing JSAs, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and work instructions to maximize productivity while minimizing wasted time and controlling costs.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems for failures and provide solutions to eliminate production downtime or extend time between failures.
• Conduct or lead breakdown analysis investigations, perform failure analysis, Fishbone analysis, and focused improvement activities for the production line.
• Serve as plant liaison for manufacturing improvement projects between other groups and plant personnel.
• Instruct and train plant personnel on Root Cause Analysis and support it as a focused manufacturing improvement strategy.
• Work closely with production operators to improve manufacturing/processes that adversely affect equipment or product quality.
• Review engineering specifications and drawings, proposing design modifications to improve manufacturing processes within cost and business requirements.
• Support all plant safety improvements/projects and participate in plant safety teams and continuous improvement projects.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical) with 2+ years of demonstrated related experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering fundamentals.

Preferred Qualifications

• Advanced proficiency in Google Suite, PLC, and AutoCAD.

Physical Demands

• Stationary Position: Frequently
• Move/Traverse: Frequently
• Stationary Position/Seated: Occasionally
• Transport/Lifting: Frequently
• Transport/Carrying: Frequently
• Exerting Force/Pushing: Frequently
• Exerting Force/Pulling: Frequently
• Ascend/Descend: Frequently
• Balancing: Occasionally
• Position Self/Stooping: Frequently
• Position Self/Kneeling: Frequently
• Position Self/Crouching: Frequently
• Position Self/Crawling: Frequently
• Reaching: Constantly
• Handling: Constantly
• Grasping: Frequently
• Feeling: Rarely
• Communicate/Talking: Occasionally
• Communicate/Hearing: Frequently
• Repetitive Motions: Frequently
• Coordination: Frequently

Working Conditions

• Extreme cold: Frequently
• Extreme heat: Frequently
• Humid: Frequently
• Wet: Frequently
• Noise: Frequently
• Hazards: Frequently
• Temperature Change: Frequently
• Vibration: Frequently

Pay

Base Salary Range: $80,000–$110,000. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on geographic location, relevant experience, skills, education, and qualifications.

Benefits

• A wide range of health insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision for you and your family.
• Family-building benefits supporting fertility and parenthood journeys.
• Robust 401K plan with employer match contributions for pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
• Wellness program, free financial coaching, referral program, and product rebates for your primary residence.
• Professional growth and development through internal training programs, courses, and a generous tuition reimbursement program.
• Employee Resource Groups focused on education and allyship for all employees.