Job Type
Full-time
Description
We are actively seeking a dedicated Process Engineer to join and grow in the PPG organization. This role plays a critical part in ensuring consistent, repeatable, and compliant manufacturing processes across the organization, directly contributing to product quality, on-time delivery, and overall operational excellence. The Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes to ensure high-quality, cost-effective, and compliant production of various components.
Highlights and Benefits- Quarterly profit-sharing bonus; eligible upon hire
- Paid time off
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid holidays
- Tuition / professional development reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Optional HSA with company contribution
- Short-term disability, long term disability, and life insurance at no cost
- Limitless opportunity for advancement
Requirements
- Develop, implement, and maintain robust manufacturing processes for new and existing products
- Create and manage process documentation, including work instructions, routers, PFMEAs, and control plans
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Engineering, Quality, Production, Supply Chain) to ensure efficient product flow and manufacturability
- Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including process validation and first article inspections (FAI)
- Analyze process performance and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality
- Troubleshoot manufacturing issues on the shop floor and implement corrective actions
- Ensure processes meet customer, regulatory, and industry standards (e.g., AS9100, NADCAP where applicable)
- Drive standardization of best practices across multiple cells, machines, and product families
- Support capacity planning and tooling/fixture design requirements
- Utilize data and metrics to monitor process capability (Cp/Cpk) and drive continuous improvement initiatives
- Participate in internal and external audits as needed
Knowledge, skills, and abilities - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in a process engineering role or manufacturing environment
- Experience with process documentation and quality systems
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Experience in aerospace and defense manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with AS9100 and/or NADCAP requirements
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.)
Salary Description
$75,000 - $95,000 per year
