Process Engineer II

About the role

At Materion, everyone is included, respected and offered opportunity to grow. Join us! We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Process Engineer to join our Primary Operations team. This individual will be responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure the efficient and safe production of high-quality materials. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills, a solid foundation in metallurgical or materials engineering, and a passion for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and optimize process parameters to support primary operations including melting, casting, and forming.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality, maintenance, and production to resolve process-related issues.
• Lead and support root cause investigations for process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Support new product introductions by defining process requirements and coordinating trials.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of standard operating procedures, process changes, and technical reports.
• Participate in safety initiatives and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement tools to drive operational excellence.
• Train operators and technicians on new equipment and process changes.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, yield, throughput, and cost.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a metals manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with data acquisition and analysis tools.
• Knowledge of melting, casting, heat treating, or metal forming processes is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.