Process Engineer II

Interface•LaGrange, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader dedicated to rethinking how spaces work for people and the planet. Our portfolio includes Interface® carpet tile and LVT, nora® rubber flooring, and FLOR® premium area rugs. Across every brand, we innovate in a way that combines design, performance, and sustainability—without compromise. Trusted by architects, designers, and building professionals worldwide, we help bring bold visions to life with solutions that deliver real, measurable impact. Building on more than 30 years of sustainability progress and industry‑first innovation, we remain ‘all in’ on our goal of becoming carbon negative by 2040, without the use of offsets. The Process Engineer II will identify improvement opportunities that align with strategic objectives and lead multi-disciplined teams improving existing processes, reducing costs, and assisting in the implementation of new manufacturing processes. This will be accomplished through the use of process improvement methodologies utilizing DMAIC, DOE, FMEA, Process Mapping, 6S, etc. This includes, but is not limited to, examining equipment, processes, and operations, then making improvements through the definition, development, documentation, training and implementation of the process. Candidates should enjoy both hands-on and theoretical engineering approaches.

Requirements

BS in Engineering
Over 2 years Process, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering experience
Professional attitude and work ethic, and a self-starter with a desire to achieve results
Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, from floor level through the management level
Proven team leadership skills and the ability to influence others at all levels of the organization
Knowledgeable of process engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, and material properties
Capable of process documentation such as manufacturing routings, task descriptions, work center definitions
Experience leading cross-functional problem-solving teams with demonstrated success
Thorough understanding and demonstrated working knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean tools and techniques (DMAIC, DOE, FMEA, SPC, Process Mapping, etc.)
Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data
Experience with statistical software such as Minitab or SPC for Excel, flowcharting and process mapping software; the ability to train others in use
Strong time and project management skills
Experience working with customers to understand performance and end-use requirements, determining critical process characteristics, variables, and measurement systems that determine and measure conformance to requirements
Familiar with design of machinery fundamentals

Nice To Haves

Experience with project costing, bid package preparation and execution

Responsibilities

Learn and retain a working knowledge of company initiatives, processes, laboratory testing and quality control procedures, as necessary to meet company needs
Work with operators to learn the capabilities and limitations of our processes and identify opportunities for improvements in efficiency, work procedures, quality, and safety
Evaluate all processes to identify opportunities to improve product uniformity, eliminate non-value-added functions, optimize process efficiency, and evaluate process for yield and safety improvement opportunities
Partner with manufacturing to develop, maintain, implement, and monitor operational procedures and standards
Work to reduce off-quality by analyzing quality data to determine root cause
Perform cost analysis, time studies, frequency checks, and material usage analysis
Collaborate with Engineering to plan and execute all aspects of a project or technology initiative, including basic data collection, engineering evaluation, scope of work development, cost estimations and financial analysis
Develop project charters and lead process improvement and cost reduction teams utilizing process improvement tools and techniques
Analyze, develop, coordinate, implement and interpret the results of projects and trials related to continuous improvement and techniques
Provide regular updates on project status
Maintain accurate, legible, and well-organized records of all projects, trials and necessary support data in manufacturing and related support areas
Maintain Process Specifications
Perform Process Audits
Coordinate functional experts in contacting outside vendors concerning raw materials, supplies, machinery or equipment as necessary to meet company needs
Travel to locations outside the company to conduct and/or assist in continuous improvement activities, trials or training, as necessary to meet company needs
Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations, ISO 9001 & 14001 policies
Comply with safety regulations
Maintain and promote good housekeeping
Comply with environmental regulations
Be aware of departmental Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
Perform other duties as assigned