W. L. Gore & Associates · 5 hours ago
Process Engineer
Flagstaff, AZ
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expW. L. Gore & Associates is seeking an experienced Process Engineer to join their Viabahn Self Expanding (VSX) engineering team. The role involves providing technical support for commercialized product manufacturing, focusing on process improvements, product quality, and operator safety.
Health CareManufacturingMedical Device
No H1B
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
Qualification
Required
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%
Preferred
Experience in a Regulated Industry
Passionate about driving deep technical knowledge in manufacturing equipment and associated processes to excel in troubleshooting and continuous improvement
Benefits
Comprehensive and competitive total rewards program
Benefits that offer choice and flexibility
Promote overall well-being
Associate Stock Ownership Plan
Potential opportunities for 'profit-sharing'
Company
W. L. Gore & Associates
W. L. Gore & Associates is a global materials science company dedicated to transforming industries and improving lives.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Bret Snyder
Chair and CEO
Jack Kramer
Vice President & CTO
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