WHY DO WE NEED YOU?
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Engineering Manager, the Process Engineer will collaborate with Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and other key functional areas to support critical business initiatives, with a primary focus on process improvement through the application of engineering principles, tools, and methodologies.
This role will be instrumental in the installation, startup, and commissioning of new production lines, driving optimization efforts to maximize throughput, improve efficiency, and minimize quality-related issues.
The Process Engineer will lead root cause investigations of quality concerns, facilitating the implementation of effective corrective and preventive actions to ensure sustainable improvements.
Through Process Improvement Events, capital projects, and project management activities, the Process Engineer will lead and support initiatives focused on improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), reducing costs, enhancing employee training, and advancing World Class Manufacturing principles. Success in this role requires strong technical skills, dependability, effective communication, and the ability to work collaboratively across all levels of the organization.
As with all positions, the Process Engineer is responsible for promoting and maintaining a safe work environment at all times. This includes identifying, correcting, or reporting unsafe acts and conditions through the appropriate channels to ensure a culture of safety throughout the organization.
Essential Functions
- Provide direct hands-on assistance to Manufacturing personnel on the Siding production floor to identify opportunities for process improvements and implement solutions.
- Develop and document operating procedures.
- Perform Root Cause Analysis investigations for Quality and Yield issues.
- Submit and manage capital projects.
- Advance SPG safety initiatives.
- Deliver on SPG cost reduction initiatives.
Quality & Safety Responsibilities
The employee is responsible for:
- Knowing and understanding the Company's quality and safety policies.
- Completing all quality and safety training required for the position.
- Following all quality and safety rules and procedures while encouraging others to do the same.
- Addressing and reporting any unsafe condition or quality issue immediately.
- Speaking up when unsafe behaviors are observed or quality issues arise and participating in investigations without assigning blame.
- Adhering to the principles of data integrity.
IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?
Education
- Bachelor's Degree (B.S.) in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing Engineering (Required)
Work Experience
- 3–5 years of experience in Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering; experience in the extrusion industry required.
- 1 year of Six Sigma project experience (Preferred)
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A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US
LEGAL STATEMENT
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected].
BENEFITS IN JOINING US
Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:
Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
Retirement and Protection – Helping to make the future life you want a reality
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program