W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

Manufacturing Process Engineer

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.$75K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, or Manufacturing preferred)
  • Minimum of 2 years experience in a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge of engineering fundamentals and statistical tools for process development
  • Experience with continuous improvement methodologies
  • Ability to conduct root cause analysis and risk-based decision making
  • Strong technical communication skills for documenting and presenting work
  • Proficient in managing multiple projects with timelines

Responsibilities

  • Sustain and enhance existing manufacturing lines through hands-on presence on the floor
  • Implement continuous improvement methods to meet performance targets
  • Lead engineering projects from concept to implementation with clear tracking and communication
  • Design and improve manufacturing tools and equipment for safety and efficiency
  • Troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing issues by analyzing data and root causes
  • Conduct validations and qualifications for equipment and processes
  • Collaborate across functions to improve solutions and sustain performance

Benefits

  • Comprehensive total rewards program
  • Flexible benefits promoting overall well-being
  • Associate Stock Ownership Plan available
  • Potential profit-sharing opportunities
Full Job Description
Manufacturing Process Engineer

Req Id: 1865

State/Province: Arizona

Business: Gore Medical Products

Category: Engineering, Scientists & Technicians

Sub-Category: Engineering

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Posting Start Date: 6/30/26

Posting End Date: 7/15/26

About the Role

We are looking for experienced Process Engineers to join our engineering team supporting commercial manufacturing. In this role, you will work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment to sustain and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and product quality. Process Engineers play a critical role in ensuring stable, efficient, and scalable manufacturing operations. This includes hands-on troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and leading technical projects that deliver measurable business impact.

This role will be located at one of our facilities in Phoenix, Arizona with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

  • Sustain existing manufacturing lines, including maintaining manufacturing fixtures, equipment, and standard operating procedures, with a strong presence on the manufacturing floor. Process Engineers are expected to take ownership of manufacturing performance, which may occasionally require flexibility outside of standard working hours to support a 7-day operation
  • Ensure manufacturing processes meet performance targets by improving efficiency, reducing cost, and minimizing manufacturing loss by applying Lean manufacturing principles, good manufacturing practices (GMP), and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste and variation
  • Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation, developing a WBS and timeline, tracking progress, communicating status to stakeholders, and resolving obstacles
  • Design, build, and/or provide technical input on fixtures, equipment, and tools to improve safety, ergonomics, quality, and efficiency
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues or non-conformances by analyzing data, identifying root causes, and implementing effective, timely solutions
  • Conduct equipment and process validations, qualifications, and verifications in support of production and regulatory requirements
  • Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to drive solutions and sustain performance
  • Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and respectful team environment


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Chemical, or Manufacturing preferred)
  • Minimum of 2 years experience supporting a manufacturing environment
  • Knowledge and application of engineering fundamentals and statistical tools for process development, optimization, and troubleshooting
  • Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement methodologies
  • Demonstrated ability to identify critical issues, perform root cause analysis, and apply risk-based decision making
  • Technical communication skills, including documenting and presenting technical work
  • Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently, delivering results against timelines and commitments
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively, including influencing across functions
  • Ability to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment
  • Ability to travel up to 5% of the time


Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., medical device, pharmaceutical, aerospace, or similar)
  • Applied experience using Lean, Six Sigma or other similar methodologies for process improvement
  • Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and hands-on ability troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing manufacturing equipment


What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.

We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit-sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

If you have questions about this opportunity, please contact the Talent Acquisition Specialist, Amy Davis, or People Leader, Philip Jermolowitz.

Information at a Glance

About W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc. is a manufacturing company that specializes in advanced materials and products. The company was founded in 1958 by Wilbert L. Gore and Robert W. Gore and is headquartered in Newark, Delaware. W. L. Gore & Associates is known for its innovative products, including Gore-Tex fabric, which is used in outdoor clothing and footwear. The company also produces medical devices, electronic components, and industrial products. W. L. Gore & Associates has operations in over 30 countries and is a privately held company.
Learn more about W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.
Size
10,000 employees
Industry
Revenue
$3.8 billion

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