Process Engineering Positions

Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.
Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. As an innovation leader, we look for ambitious, forward thinking, open-minded and well-rounded individuals to join our global team. Located in our Columbia, MO plant, you will be a Process Engineer.
As a Process Engineer, you will partner with plant leadership to drive manufacturing performance and process excellence. This role focuses on optimizing production processes, improving throughput, and delivering strong results across safety, quality, and efficiency.
You will provide technical support, troubleshooting process issues, and support continuous improvement initiatives while helping introduce new products into production and implement standardized processes. Through data-driven decision-making and cross-functional collaboration, you will help the plant consistently meet or exceed operational goals
Optimize machine throughput and overall process efficiency to meet production targets
Develop, support, and refine process set-up parameters to ensure consistent performance
Collaborate with materials development and quality teams on the introduction and ramp-up of new products, ensuring smooth implementation into production
Support and promote safety, environmental, and ergonomic initiatives within manufacturing operations
Provide hands-on technical leadership to support daily manufacturing operations
Facilitate the implementation and integration of process controls to improve stability and performance
Design and develop new processes, equipment, and next-generation manufacturing solutions
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or Industrial, Engineering,or related field

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems
• Proficiency in CAD preferred
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) or Lean Six Sigma experience preferred
• Experience with troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Full-Time

Relocation is provided
Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options:
Benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire

• 11 paid holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.

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