Process Engineer (Engineer Ll)

Pay Range: $82,000 - $103,000 depending on experience

MITER Brands is a residential window and door manufacturer that provides a leading portfolio of window and door brands for the new construction and replacement segments. MITER Brands, also known as Milgard, MI Windows & Doors and PGTI is one of the nation's largest suppliers of vinyl windows and patio doors, with plants across the country. We are looking for a Process Engineer (Engineer II) for our Tacoma, WA location.

Why work at MITER Brands?

Summary

The Manufacturing Process Engineer position is responsible for defining manufacturing processes, product specifications and work instructions to ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost requirements are met.

This position troubleshoots problems with production and takes corrective action. The process engineer also researches the purchase of equipment or upgrades to existing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, implement, and monitor processes controls through functional systems for the manufacture of Extruded Vinyl Window Frame and Sash Profiles.

• Create, edit, and maintain product and process documentation.

• Identify critical variables and establish controls to promote process repeatability and consistent product quality.

• Identify, design, and create manufacturing concepts that will control the quality of the product.

• Monitor and maintain process controls.

• Ensure sound engineering and validation principles are applied to process design.

• Develop processes to be trouble free and ensure success every time (zero defects).

• Assist with equipment selection and drive implementation of new equipment.

• Manage projects to ensure on-time and on budget implementation.

• Monitor and improve the safety, efficiency, and throughput of manufacturing processes through observations and measurements as well as by collecting and interpreting data from other technical and operating personnel.

• Work closely with other specialists (including scientists) for quality control of raw materials.

• Assume responsibility for safety and environmental issues and ongoing performance of processes.

• Define, characterize, and lead the implementation of new processes.

• Maintain and update bill of materials.

• Perform process capabilities studies and work with outside engineering team to accurately represent vinyl extrusion capabilities through drawing change and ECN process.

• Evaluate quality control processes and make recommendations for improvements in quality control.

• Analyze production processes, schedules, methods, and other data and then provide management with reports containing the data and statistics to enable management to better understand future requirements needed for the manufacturing process.

• Ensure that the company's manufacturing processes are compliant with all government laws and regulations.

• Review and calculate labor, material, and other production costs along with reviewing schedules and future production requirements to assist management in decision making.

• Analyze and plan workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to improve manufacturing efficiency.

• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair services and make sure that manufacturer's procedures and instructions are followed to keep production equipment operational.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• 3-5 years' experience in Process Engineering role(s)

• Advanced Quality Planning (Statistical Process Controls, Failure Mode & Effects Analysis, Design of Experiments, Production Part Approval Process, and Verification & Validation) experience

• Demonstrated Problem Solving and Analysis capabilities

• Project Management experience

• SolidWorks and AutoCAD proficiency

Preferred qualifications

• Lean Six-Sigma Training

• 5-7 years' experience in Process Engineering

• Vinyl Extrusion or continuous manufacturing experience

Our benefits package includes coverage of your health, wealth, and wellness for you and your eligible spouse/dependents. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a 401k with company match and generous paid time off to help you balance your life. Below is a list of benefits you will enjoy while working with our company.

• Medical plans with PPO or HSA options

• Prescription

• Dental

• Vision

• Company Paid Life Insurance

• Voluntary Life Insurance

• Supplemental Hospital Indemnity, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

• Company-paid Short-Term Disability

• Company-paid Long-Term Disability

• Paid time off (PTO), including Vacation, Personal, and eight paid Holidays

• 401k retirement plan with company match

• Employee Assistance Program

• Teladoc

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Yearly Wellness Clinic

MITER Brands is an equal-opportunity employer. The company does not discriminate based on religion, race, creed, color, national origin, sex, age, disability, handicap, veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other applicable legally protected category.