What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer position at Advanced Powder Products?
General Summary:
The Process Engineer is responsible for leading process development, optimization, and project execution across manufacturing operations. The process engineer will support new product introductions, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and drive efficiency and quality improvements across the facility. All tasks will be performed while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.
Education and/or Experience:
- B.S. in engineering or other technical discipline
- 2-5 years’ experience in manufacturing
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
- Proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Minitab
- Experience with polymer compounding, injection molding, sintering, or CNC machining
- Able to design tooling, fixtures, and part using solid modeling software
- Above average attention to detail
- A strong commitment to on time task completion
- Ability to work in fast paced manufacturing environment
- Ability to present technical data concisely in a timely manner
- Well-organized, safety-conscious, and accountable for actions and performance
- Sound judgment, problem analysis, and decision-making skills that follow established processes, procedures, and policies
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develop, configure, and optimize manufacturing processes from concept to production (NPI)
- Drive scale-up of new products from prototype to full-scale manufacturing.
- Analyze process data and performance metrics to identify opportunities to improve output, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
- Lead and support root cause analysis and corrective actions for process deviations or production issues (MRB).
- Assist in ramp-up of new equipment (IQ, OQ, PQ) and support preventive maintenance
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations.
- Develop and maintain process documentation: SOPs, process maps, and work instructions.
- Select and implement tools, equipment, or automation to enhance process capability.
- Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct process validations and capability studies.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma.
- Complete individual or team projects as assigned
- Provide training and mentorship to molding technicians and production staff
- Follow the standards of ISO13485 and ISO 9001 International Standards
- Other duties as assigned