Job Title: Process Engineer

Job Description

The Process Engineer is responsible for utilizing sound engineering practices to troubleshoot and resolve process issues, acting as a process expert for internal and external customers and implementing systemic improvement efforts in order to enhance quality and reduce production costs. This role requires quick resolution of process issues on the production floor to minimize downtime, driving continuous improvement efforts to enhance operational efficiency and manufacturing consistency, and providing process expertise to internal and external customers to expand the intellectual property of the business.

Responsibilities

• Utilize sound engineering practices to quickly resolve process issues on the production floor and minimize downtime.
• Drive and implement continuous improvement efforts to improve operational efficiency and manufacturing consistency.
• Provide process expertise to internal and external customers to utilize and expand the intellectual property of the business.
• Act as a mentor to train and develop capable, independent line operators, lab technicians, and Process/Engineering Technicians/Interns.
• Serve as a technical resource for customers and internal stakeholders to implement new processes and resolve production-related issues.
• Provide guidance and direction to Production Managers, Line Operators, and technicians to ensure on-time completion of assigned tasks.
• Provide ongoing technical assistance and training on hardware processing to the Production Operators.
• Assist in evaluating project feasibility and alignment with VST capabilities; coordinate conceptual production processes to validate/reject feasibility.
• Design tooling and racks for chemical processing of manufactured components made in various configurations and base materials.
• Drive production process implementation and manage the transition into production to drive timely processing and project completion; troubleshoot technical and process-related issues as needed.
• Troubleshoot and conduct root cause analysis of project, production, and chemical bath process-related issues to minimize production downtime; ensure the Operations Manager and General Manager are kept abreast of progress and aware of process changes.
• Generate project reports to allow internal stakeholders to effectively manage projects to budget and defined timelines.
• Assist in conducting post-mortem project analysis to continuously improve project performance and duration.
• Evaluate and validate vendor’s capabilities, quality, reliability, and reputation to meet requirements; ensure vendors have clarity on project needs, expectations, and process changes.
• Assist in identifying and implementing continuous improvement opportunities with regards to processes.
• Accurately document time allocation to evaluate production trends and identify continuous improvement opportunities; make recommendations to the management team.

Essential Skills

• Process engineering
• Manufacturing process
• Process improvement
• Manufacturing engineering
• B.S. Degree in Engineering or Equivalent Experience
• Results-oriented with process ownership commitment and ability to prioritize
• Demonstrated proficiency with problem-solving tools: 5 Whys, Is / Is Not, Pareto Diagrams, Design of Experiments, FMEA
• Demonstrated ability to read and interpret specifications, prints, and other technical documents
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Programs

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Metallurgy
• Plating
• Chemical processing
• Analytical test
• Engineering

Work Environment

This role operates in an engineering office setting with work hours from Monday to Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $38.00 - $57.00

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

� Medical, dental & vision
� Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
� 401(k) Retirement Plan � Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
� Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
� Short and long-term disability
� Health Spending Account (HSA)
� Transportation benefits
� Employee Assistance Program
� Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Wichita,KS.

Application Deadline

This position will be accepting applications until Jan 15, 2025.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

Salary : $38 - $57