Senior Process Engineer

Senior Process EngineerIn this dynamic role, you will lead with passion and expertise, driving our Operations and Maintenance teams toward unmatched excellence in safety, quality, and productivity. Your innovative mindset will be key in spearheading continuous improvement initiatives, making a real impact on our processes and products. Embrace the challenge and help shape the future of quartz manufacturing!Responsibilities:Lead identification, mitigation, and elimination of safety exposures.Ensure EHS compliance and improvement.Establish, update, and maintain production procedures, maintenance procedures, process/product control, and test data.Drive continuous improvement in areas of safety, product quality, product delivery, and product cost through the analysis of plant data and collaboration with Operations and Maintenance personnel.Reduce product lead time via the implementation of Lean Manufacturing concepts on the production line.Facilitate problem solving (root cause analysis) with corrective action through collaboration with Operations, Maintenance, and other support organizations.Apply Six Sigma methodology, statistical, surface and materials characterization tools for process improvement, failure analysis and troubleshooting.Collect and analyze process and production data to identify trends and ensure process stability.Ensure quality through analysis of incoming raw materials, process reliability, in-process testing, and final product certification.Drive resolution of customer claims and reduce repeat claims to improve the total customer experience.Lead and assist in the development and sustainability of 5SBasic Qualifications:Minimum of 5 years of experience in Process Engineering in a manufacturing environment.Bachelor's degree in an engineering fieldExperience in statistical design and analysis of experimental data including design of experiment, hypothesis testing and Gage R&R.Ability to collaborate with manufacturing, supplier, and customer to accomplish project objectives on time and within budget.Experience working with statistical software such as Minitab.A strong sense of accountability, urgency, and self-direction.Demonstrated capital project managementExcellent written and oral communication skills and ability to present to multiple levels.Experience leading Continuous Improvement (CI) efforts with demonstrated sustained outcomes.Preferred Qualifications:Demonstrated engineering aptitudePrior experience mentoring and coaching others with demonstrated change management skillsExhibits desire and courage to learn new skills and assume broader roles in the organizationDeliver on commitments: proven track record of sustainable performanceProficient in:Project Management and LeadershipRoot Cause AnalysisStatistical Analysis and InterpretationDesigned Experiments a plusDMAIC and PDCA MethodologiesProcedure Deployment and trainingKaizen FacilitationMechanical Design using SolidworksTravel Requirements:Up to 10%Working Conditions:Day-to-day responsibilities will be both in an office environment, as well as on the manufacturing floor. Proper personal protective equipment (PPE) such as safety glasses, hearing protections, and steel toes shoes must be worn as required.Our Senior Process Engineers earn a variable compensation including base salary and bonus. Base salary range takes into consideration experience, education, and training. Not to mention all the amazing benefits available for employee selection as well.Joining the Momentive team includes:Medical/Prescription Drug CoverageDental CoverageVision Coverage401(k) plan with Company MatchBasic and Voluntary Life/AD&D InsuranceShort and Long Term Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance ProgramWellness ProgramTuition ReimbursementEmployee Referral ProgramMomentive Technologies is not just shaping materials; we're shaping the future. As a leader in the fused quartz, ceramics, and crucibles industry, we pride ourselves on innovation, precision, and excellence. When you join us, you'll be part of a dynamic team that's driving advancements in technology, research, and applications across various sectors. APPLY TODAY!EEO StatementWe treat all our associates and candidates as equals. We require all associates and managers to do so too and comply with employment laws and regulations. All personnel actions are conducted in the spirit of equal employment. We are committed to recruit, train, promote and retain associates without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.Accessibility GuidelinesWe are committed to making the on-line application experience easy and accessible to individuals with disabilities. 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