Kerr Process Engineer II (On-Site Pomona, CA)
About The Position
JOB SUMMARY: We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Process Engineer II to support and optimize our manufacturing operations for dental consumables. This role is key to sustaining production equipment and processes, investigating and resolving non-conformances, and driving improvements through engineering change orders. You will also play a critical role in establishing and managing outsourced vendor manufacturing and quality plans. Additionally, you’ll contribute to continuous improvement initiatives such as Kaizen and 5S, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to promote operational excellence. Success in this position requires a strong commitment to safety, quality, and clear communication, along with the flexibility for occasional domestic travel (up to 10%).
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related fields required.
- 2+ years of relevant work experience in a regulated manufacturing environment; medical device industry highly desired.
- Knowledge in troubleshooting automation equipment.
- Intermediate Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, and Excel required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with finished goods packaging methods and best practices preferred.
- Strong knowledge of chemical-based production processes related to composite compounding and powder processing.
- Ability to manage complex projects.
- Aptitude to quickly learn business systems.
- Experience in applying lean concepts/tools.
- Strong verbal and technical written communication skills, and presentation skills in English.
- Ability to build strong partnerships with other departments.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Good analytical skills.
- Ability to handle situations with confidence, tact, and resourcefulness.
- Detail-oriented with the ability to solve problems of moderate complexity and handle a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
- Proven skills in active listening with a seeking-to-understand approach.
Responsibilities
- Supports the sustainment of production equipment and existing manufacturing processes. This includes gathering use requirements, equipment specifications, quotes, procurement activities, and validations.
- Establishes outsourced vendor manufacturing and quality plans.
- Maintains an understanding of all current manufacturing processes and identifies targets for improvement via collection/trending and analysis of operational data.
- Leads small projects based on identified opportunities.
- Provides support to Senior and above Engineers for projects of greater complexity.
- Provides support for Utilizes Value Analysis/Value Engineering (VAVE) methodologies when driving continuous improvement initiatives.
- Actively participates in continuous improvement activities including but not limited to Kaizen and 5S events, Problem Solving Process, Value Stream Mapping, and Transaction Process Improvement.
- Effectively collaborates with cross-functional teams to meet business objectives.
- Adheres to all company policies and procedures including safety and quality.
- Travels up to 10% domestically.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
