Process Engineer II

Job Summary

Process Engineer position responsible for optimizing operations to produce products and developing processes that meet quality, cost, and efficiency plans. Drives sustainable root‑cause problem resolution and overall process improvements through KT tools, process/quality trials, and sound engineering fundamentals. Ensures process specifications and documentation are maintained, communicated, and trained.

• Lead process design reviews, raw material qualification, and product and process qualification and capability studies.
• Perform PPA/FMEA on all major process and raw material changes.
• Train production personnel on Statistical Process Control (SPC) and interpret SPC charting.
• Conduct internal compliance audits of production tests, process specifications, plant change notices (PCNs), and other in‑plant processes.
• Coordinate plant trials with R&D and plant personnel and ensure trials are accurately conducted and reported.
• Standardize manufacturing job safety analyses (JSA’s), standard operating procedures (SOPs), and work instructions to maximize productivity while minimizing waste and controlling cost.
• Analyze manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems for failures and provide solutions to eliminate production downtime or extend time between downtime and equipment failures.
• Conduct or lead breakdown analysis investigations, failure analysis, fishbone analysis, and focused improvement activities for the production line.
• Act as plant liaison for manufacturing improvement projects between groups and plant personnel.
• Instruct and train plant personnel on root cause analysis; support root cause analysis as a focused manufacturing improvement strategy.
• Work closely with production operators to improve manufacturing/processes that adversely affect equipment or product quality.
• Review engineering specifications and drawings, propose design modifications to improve manufacturing processes within cost and business requirements.
• Support all plant safety improvements/projects and participate in plant safety teams and continuous improvement projects.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, or Chemical) plus 2+ years of demonstrated experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of engineering fundamentals.

• Advanced proficiency in Google Suite, PLC programming, and AutoCAD.

• Stationary position – frequently.
• Move/traverse – frequently.
• Stationary position/seated – occasionally.
• Transport/ lifting – frequently.
• Transport/carrying – frequently.
• Exerting force/pushing – frequently.
• Exerting force/pulling – frequently.
• Ascend/descend – frequently.
• Balancing – occasionally.
• Position self/stooping – frequently.
• Position self/kneeling – frequently.
• Position self/crouching – frequently.
• Position self/crawling – frequently.
• Reaching – constantly.
• Handling – constantly.
• Grasping – frequently.
• Feeling – rarely.
• Communicate/talking – occasionally.
• Communicate/hearing – frequently.
• Repetitive motions – frequently.
• Coordination – frequently.

• Extreme cold – frequently.
• Extreme heat – frequently.
• Humid – frequently.
• Wet – frequently.
• Noise – frequently.
• Hazards – frequently.
• Temperature change – frequently.
• Vibration – frequently.

Base salary range: $68,000 – $93,500. Base salary and/or rate of pay ranges listed are exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. Individual compensation offers will be determined based on geographic location, relevant experience, education, and qualifications.

Benefits include a wide range of health, dental, and vision insurance; a 401(k) plan with employer match; family‑building benefits; wellness program; financial coaching; referral program; tuition reimbursement; and other perks to support work‑life balance.

GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT. We are an equal opportunity workplace and are committed to equal employment opportunity on the basis of each candidate’s qualifications, experience, and merit without regard to race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.