Process Engineer II

Who We Are…

At Fenner Precision Polymers, a Michelin Group company, we’re committed to delivering high-performance solutions that power critical applications across industries. Our culture is built on safety, innovation, continuous improvement, and a shared dedication to excellence. We value teamwork, adaptability, and a positive work environment where every employee plays a vital role in our success.

What We Offer… 

At Fenner, you’re more than just an employee, you’re part of a global team that values your voice, supports your growth, and celebrates your contributions. We offer:

• Competitive pay with shift differentials and bonuses
• Day-one Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401(k) match immediately vested with the company
• 100% Paid Parental Leave
• Michelin Stock Purchase Program
• Michelin Tire Rebate Program
• Career Development in a Global Organization
• A Culture Built on Trust, Respect, and Empowerment

Be part of a company that values your contribution and invests in your future

What You’ll Be Doing…

As a key member of our Engineering & Process Development team, you will

• Improve process efficiency, increase throughput, reduce scrap, and reduce product set-up time.
• Use and support process standards, collecting and analyzing data needed for continuous improvement initiatives across multiple product categories.
• Lead product and process development efforts by running trials and writing reports.
• Support the production staff with process troubleshooting.
• Collaborate effectively within a core engineering team, and across other functional areas.
• Implement programs for monitoring and maintaining the major process inputs including, but not limited to; machinery and tooling, raw materials, processing conditions, process specifications, line set-ups, etc.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and initiatives.
• Identify sources of process variability through DOE/6-Sigma and implement controls to minimize or eliminate variation.
• Actively manage run specifications to establish and ensure consistency and to optimize throughput.
• Analyze process routings and product information and use this information to optimize throughput across all production lines.
• Suggest changes to product geometry and product performance that may improve process efficiency.
• Support product development by leading activities for trial runs of new products. This may include coordination with tooling engineering, production management, product engineering, etc.
• Support the production staff with process troubleshooting.
• Assist production operators when needed.
• Drive activity needed to manage the lifecycle of products
• Generate product prints, manufacturing routings, material specifications, and tool design.
• Coordinate with other disciplines to collect and compile all drawings and information needed to fully release new parts to production.
• Manage the lifecycle of parts to production using the engineering control system.
• Support product management by providing information and data as needed.
• Support activities needed to qualify new materials, new suppliers, etc.

Environmental, Health & Safety Accountabilities:
• Learn and follow EHS policies, rules and work instructions
• Attend required EHS training
• Wear the required PPE at all times
• Take personal responsibility for keeping yourself and your co-workers and visitors free from injury by participating in and/or conducting risk assessments, workplace inspections, corrective actions and safety observations
• Report incidents, near miss, unsafe conditions, unsafe acts and other hazards in the workplace. STOP WORK when imminent danger is present
• Maintain work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keep equipment in proper working condition.
• Following the best practices outlined by Fenner’s Health, Safety and Environmental Department, this role will be accountable for the following areas of safety at the site:
• Confined Space
• Lock out / Tag out
• Safety Reporting
• Site Traffic
• Work at Height
• Respiratory Protection
• PPE Assessment
• Hot Work
• Hazard Communication
• Emergency Preparedness
• JSA
• Toolbox Talks

What We’re Looking For…

We’re seeking a team member who:

• Holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Has 3-5 years of related experience or training
• Is skilled in AutoCAD and SolidWorks
• Can communicate basic technical information and write formal technical reports
• Works well under supervision and follows established guidelines
• Demonstrates initiative, accountability, and attention to detail
• Collaborates effectively across teams and disciplines
• Is committed to safety and follows all EHS policies and procedures
• Maintains a clean and organized work area and ensures equipment is in proper condition
• Is willing to work toward a Six Sigma Green Belt certification