W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

Process Engineer

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.$70K — $95K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering and 2 years of hands-on manufacturing experience
  • Experience with continuous process improvement and lean manufacturing techniques
  • Proficient in applying engineering fundamentals and statistical tools
  • Skilled in managing multiple projects from development to completion
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively across various functions
  • Strong analytical skills to identify critical issues and root causes
  • Effective communicator and presenter of technical information

Responsibilities

  • Sustain and maintain existing manufacturing lines and procedures
  • Ensure consistent operation and performance of manufacturing processes
  • Improve processes using lean principles and six sigma methods
  • Lead engineering projects and communicate progress to stakeholders
  • Design and provide technical input on manufacturing tools and equipment
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve manufacturing issues
  • Conduct process validations and qualifications

Benefits

  • Comprehensive and competitive total rewards program
  • Flexible benefits that promote overall well-being
  • Associate Stock Ownership Plan
  • Potential for profit-sharing opportunities
  • Emphasis on diversity and a supportive workplace environment
Full Job Description
Process Engineer

Req Id: 1162

State/Province: Arizona

Business: Gore Medical Products

Category: Engineering, Scientists & Technicians

Sub-Category: Engineering

Work Arrangement: On-site

Posting Start Date: 7/16/26

Posting End Date: 7/31/26

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Process Engineer to join our Viabahn Self Expanding (VSX) engineering team. In this role, you will utilize your skills as a member of a diverse team in providing technical support of commercialized product manufacturing. Your daily activities may include manufacturing process improvements, product quality determinations, hands-on problem solving, and ensuring operator safety.

This position will be located at our facility in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Responsibilities

  • Sustain existing manufacturing lines, specifically maintaining manufacturing fixtures and equipment, standard operating procedures, and have a willingness to spend time on the manufacturing floor (7-day operation)
  • Ensure manufacturing processes run consistently and meet performance targets by reducing costs, maximizing efficiency, and minimizing manufacturing loss
  • Improve manufacturing processes by leveraging lean principles, good manufacturing practices, and six sigma methodologies to reduce costs through the elimination of waste in the value stream
  • Lead engineering projects and track project progress, present periodic status updates to key stakeholders and work to resolve obstacles
  • Design, build, and/or provide technical input on fixtures, equipment, and tools as needed to increase efficiency, ergonomics, safety, and quality
  • Collaborate with other engineers to analyze manufacturing/assembly issues and identify, test, and implement the most effective solutions in a timely manner
  • Conduct equipment and process validations, qualifications, and verifications
  • Partner with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and other functional groups
  • Promote a diverse, inclusive, and respectful team environment


Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering with a minimum of 2 years of hands-on experience in an engineering position supporting a manufacturing organization
  • Demonstrated experience with continuous process improvement and applying lean manufacturing techniques
  • Ability to apply engineering fundamentals and statistical tools to development, optimization, and troubleshooting activities
  • Ability to prioritize, plan, and drive multiple projects concurrently from development to completion against agreed upon timelines and deliverables
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team, including influencing across functions (i.e. engineering, maintenance, manufacturing, quality, etc.)
  • Ability to identify critical issues and failure modes, creating a framework of action to address these issues, and assess root cause including effective risk-based decision making
  • Ability to document, communicate, and present technical bodies of work
  • Ability to travel up to 5%


Desired Qualifications

  • Experience in a Regulated Industry
  • Passionate about driving deep technical knowledge in manufacturing equipment and associated processes to excel in troubleshooting and continuous improvement


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

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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