Process Engineer Job at Progressive Staffing LLC, Akron, OH

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  • Progressive Staffing LLC
  • Akron, OH

Job Description

PROCESS ENGINEER (MATERIALS SCIENCE, METALLURGY or CERAMICS)(Permanent)

Our client, an established manufacturing company in WNY, is looking to hire a Process Engineer in Materials Science. This role will focus on process development, quality improvement, and production efficiency related to advanced materials. This role joins an extremely stable & growing company, a great team, and has advancement opportunities & fantastic benefits.

Responsibilities:

  • Manage the manufacturing processes from inception through implementation
  • Audit current processes to determine efficiency, quality, consistency, and output, identifying areas for improvement
  • Implement adjustments to increase yield and quality of materials
  • Utilize Six-Sigma, DOE, and other data-driven approaches to analyze processes, troubleshoot issues, and enhance production
  • Develop Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) with corresponding documentation to ensure consistency as tasks are performed
  • Conduct root-cause-analysis to identify where defects/inconsistencies are occurring throughout the manufacturing process
  • Troubleshoot mechanical, chemical, and thermal issues/challenges
  • Collaborate with production team members to implement preventative and corrective actions which will ultimately improve processes, reduce downtime, and increase productivity
  • Identify automation opportunities within the plant
  • Conduct research into suppliers/vendors to evaluate new materials/equipment for identify cost-saving opportunities
  • Analyze current costs, cycle times, and material waste to determine ways to reduce each
  • Collaborate with various internal teams—R&D, Quality, Production—to ensure processes remain up-to-date, compliant, cost-effective, and high-yield
  • Work well independently as well as part of a team
  • Maneuver from one project to another with ease
  • Other duties as assigned

Details:

  • Position is full time, direct hire
  • Standard 40 hours/week, 1 st shift; 100% on-site
  • $70,000 - $95,000 annually depending on experience, plus bonus potential
  • Excellent benefits: Great health plan, 2-3 weeks PTO + 1 week NYS sick time, average 10-15% 401k match regardless of personal contribution (based on company’s annual success)
  • 3+ years’ experience in a process or manufacturing engineering role (preferably with a focus on materials manufacturing, metals, ceramics, etc.)
  • Bachelor’s degree (in Ceramic Engineering, Ceramics, Materials Science, Materials Engineering, Metallurgy, or Metallurgical Engineering) required; Master’s degree preferred
  • Possess an understanding of chemical processing or high-temperature processing of materials
  • Experience with process improvement methodologies required: Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, DOE, SPC, etc.
  • Strong analytical skills and ability to troubleshoot and resolve issues; implement corrective actions; process improvements
  • Strong communication skills (written and verbal)
  • Strong interpersonal skills
  • Detail oriented with the ability to multitask/prioritize obligations
  • Strong computer skills
  • Relocation not available 
  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States; Visa sponsorship is not available
  • All employees and applicants, please know that you have access at all times to New York State and Federal Labor Laws and Posters at the Government Agency websites: ;

Job Tags

Permanent employment, Full time, Relocation, Shift work,

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