MWI, Inc. - Leading the Carbon & Graphite Industry · 3 hours ago
Process Engineer
Rochester, NY
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$70K/yr - $120K/yr
2+ years expMWI, Inc. is a leader in the carbon and graphite industry, and they are seeking a Process Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes and ensure product quality. The role involves process development, documentation creation, technical support, and collaboration across various departments to drive continuous improvement in production.
IndustrialIndustrial AutomationManufacturing
Hiring Manager
Patti Dilorenzo
Responsibilities
Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, workflows, and production layouts
Identify opportunities for process optimization using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and data‑driven methodologies
Define and validate process parameters to ensure consistent quality and throughput
Lead experiments, trials, and capability studies to support new product introduction (NPI) and process improvements
Create detailed job travelers defining routing, machining operations, furnace cycles, purification steps, inspection requirements, and tooling specifications
Maintain full revision control to reflect engineering changes, customer requirements, and continuous improvement updates
Ensure job travelers comply with TCGS quality certifications (ISO 9001:2015, AS9100D, ITAR) across its divisions
Work with Quality and Production to ensure documentation is clear, accurate, and supports full product traceability
Provide real‑time support to resolve production issues, deviations, and equipment performance problems
Conduct root cause analysis using tools such as 5 Whys, fishbone diagrams, FMEA, and SPC
Working as part of the Engineering team, collaborate with Maintenance to implement equipment improvements, preventative measures, and upgrades
Create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, PFMEAs, control plans, and process documentation aligned with TCGS quality standards and certifications
Participate in internal and external audits and implement corrective actions where needed
Ensure all processes support requirements for high‑purity carbon and graphite materials used in critical applications
Lead or support process improvement projects from concept through execution and validation
Work closely with R&D, Quality, Supply Chain, and Operations to align process improvements with business needs
Develop project schedules, track milestones, and report performance metrics
Collaborate with Quality, Production, Engineering, and Sales to ensure manufacturability and consistency across all graphite products
Use Lean/Six Sigma tools to drive continuous improvement
Monitor production data and analyze trends related to scrap, rework, cycle time, equipment downtime, and yield
Use statistical tools to identify process variation and recommend corrective actions
Prepare performance reports and maintain dashboards for key process indicators
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering, or a related technical field
2–5+ years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience with job travelers, production documentation, ERP/MES systems, and continuous improvement methodologies
Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD)
Skilled in root cause analysis, process control, and quality systems
Proficient with data analysis tools such as Excel, Minitab, or Power BI or equivalent software
Strong analytical thinking and problem‑solving skills
Clear communication and documentation abilities
Ability to balance multiple projects and collaborate across departments
Detail‑oriented, organized, and proactive
Benefits
Medical Insurance
Company Paid Dental, and Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Company Paid Life Insurance
401k Matching
Company Performance Based Bonus
Paid Time Off
10 Paid Holidays
Onsite Fitness Center
Company
MWI, Inc. - Leading the Carbon & Graphite Industry
After more than 50 years providing carbon and graphite machining solutions, MWI has earned a reputation for leading the industry in precision manufacturing.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Holly Forman
Chief Financial Officer
Douglas Campisi
CNC Operator
Recent News
2025-05-17
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