Process Engineer
N. Prescott, AR, US, 71857
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Elevate is committed to providing the highest quality commercial roofing, wall and lining systems to solve our customers’ challenges, grounded by a 45-year legacy of proven experience. Our mission is to deliver solutions that save time, perform reliably and protect our communities. We are devoted to building partnerships rooted in trust in reflection of our Elevate promise that Nobody Covers You Better™.
We’re seeking a Process Engineer who’s ready to be part of a people-first company offering best-in-class products, exceptional training, and deep industry pride—all built to help our partners and team succeed.
Job Title: Process Engineer | Req ID: 14876 | HR Contact: Taylor J VALLEY | Location: Building Envelope - Prescott, AR
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Process Engineer to develop and implement new or revised processes or equipment to support new or legacy products and drive continuous improvement initiatives including safety, product quality, scrap and cost reduction, consistency, higher efficiency, and greater machine utilization performance. This role generates value by providing manufacturing process control
expertise, process engineering leadership, supporting manufacturing operations and other functional departments, and be responsible for implementation of sustainable continuous improvement programs. The ideal candidate will have in-depth knowledge in process engineering practice, structured systematic lean Six Sigma problem-solving tools, along with excellent analytical, organizational and project management skills.
WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING
- Work closely with the respective area performance lead and manufacturing operations groups to improve safety performance, quality and productivity, and drive down scrap rate, downtime and cost.
- Evaluation and qualification of process parameters, equipment and materials, implementation of process control plan along with PFMEA.
- Update and maintain manufacturing process procedures. Perform technical study, process characterization / optimization, document and monitor the process performance and consistency.
- Conduct SPC analysis to assess results for applicability, validity, and conformance to product specifications.
- Establish and control the process specs tolerance ensuring process standard is met.
- Provide training and technical support to manufacturing teams to resolve quality and production issues and throughput enhancement.
- Conduct problem solving investigation in a timely manner and implement corrective action accordingly.
- Manage new product introduction (NPI), qualifications, automation effort, plant trials, capability study, process variation reduction lean six sigma projects / activities.
- Investigate critical “Quality issues” and customer complaints as requested. Interface frequently with the Quality function on corrective actions.
- Collaborate with the R&D, Engineering group and stakeholders for the respective assigned projects.
- Work independently and in cross-functional teams. Manage / support lean six sigma manufacturing continuous improvement and waste reduction initiatives.
- Reinforce the company safety culture and holds personal accountable for good safety practice.
- Perform additional duties as assigned.
- This position reports to Process Engineering Manager.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
Education:
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (preferred), Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or advanced degree in Chemistry.
Experience:
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in the plant manufacturing operations. High volume rubber production (a plus), or other related manufacturing experience.
- Green Belt or Black Belt certified is preferred.
- Experience in Lean Six Sigma problem solving tools (DMAIC, Process Mapping, Pareto Chart, 5-whys, 5S, fishbone diagram, cause & effect).
- Proven track record of continuous improvement and process control.
- Strong knowledge of process engineering, process control and project management.
- Excellent in structured data driven problem-solving skills.
- Technical competence in rubber manufacturing operations.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in MS Excel, Word and PowerPoint. Minitab experience is a plus.
- Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks effectively.
WHAT WE OFFER
- Competitive Compensation
- Retirement Savings
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
- Holistic Health & Well-Being Programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for
- Health and Dependent Care
- Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
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