Process Engineer

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Summary/Objective

The Process Engineer is responsible for providing day-to-day engineering support for manufacturing operations, as well as implementing yield, process and product improvements. 

Essential Functions

• Maintain safety, product quality/yield and manufacturing effectiveness through daily troubleshooting and resolution of process difficulties, while working in a cross-functional team environment 
• Optimize manufacturing processes to provide sustainable gains in cost effectiveness and product performance through capital projects, statistical analysis, designed experiments and procedural changes
• Work with customers to resolve technical/quality issues and provide special products 
• Participate in cross-functional teams (manufacturing operations, R&D, marketing, etc.) to resolve problems and develop new products 
• Start-up new products and equipment (supervises installation, troubleshoots initial production, ensures new processes and products meet requirements, documents and transfers to production) 
• Supervise engineering assistants, as needed 

Qualifications 

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Required Education and Experience:

• BS degree in engineering or equivalent BS degree in other science 
• Demonstrated professional level engineering experience with manufacturing processes 
• Familiarity with MS Office software 
• Familiarity with Minitab or other statistical software 
• Good written and oral communication skills 
• Self-starter with demonstrated leadership and problem-solving abilities 

Preferred Skills, Education and Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience in process engineering 
• Familiarity with ISO/IATF quality systems 
• Experience solving technical problems relating to mechanics, thermodynamics and/or materials characterization 
• Experience in development and characterization of test methods 
• Experience in project management 

Work Environment:

• Employees working in this facility may have exposure to fumes or airborne particles, loud equipment, large machinery, and moving parts.
• The associate may be frequently working in a production environment, which may require use of steel-toed shoes, in accordance with Rogers Corporation’s Shoe Policy, and safety glasses. 

In addition to a competitive salary package, we offer:

• Comprehensive health plans that include medical, dental, vision, and access to complementary and alternative medicine coverage 
• Wellness program, including fitness membership reimbursements 
• 401(k) with company match 
• Participation in discretionary bonus plan 
• Employee stock ownership plan 
• Generous vacation plan 
• Life Insurance 
• Strong work/family and employee assistance programs 
• Tuition reimbursement program 
• Employee discount program 
• Excellent training and development opportunities 
• Rogers Employees Federal Credit Union 

Note: With an outstanding work environment, vast developmental opportunities, and a top- notch benefit package, it is no wonder a large majority of our employees have been with us longer than 10 years. Come join a winning team! 

Rogers Corporation provides equal employment opportunities to minorities, females, veterans, and disabled individuals, as well as other protected groups.