Process Engineer

Gates Corporation • Siloam Springs, AR

47d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Process Engineer, you will guide activities that develop people, improve customer satisfaction, and implement innovative solutions to problems and/or process issues for manufacturing value streams assigned. Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations. Think belts and hoses found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in: Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Experience with rubber or plastic products is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 3 years of progressive responsibility in problem-solving and facilitating improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement continuous improvement projects through hands-on, floor-level engagement.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Basic knowledge of automotive quality systems, such as APQP, PPAP, Gage R&R, Process Capability, and Manufacturing Feasibility Studies.
• Familiarity with quality tools and standards, including Gage R&R, Capability Studies, Process Flow Diagrams (PFD), PFMEA, and Process Control Plans (PCP).
• Knowledge of Six Sigma principles and project management methodologies.
• Understanding and application of Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Project management expertise, including proficiency with tools like Gantt charts.
• Experience with simulation software, such as ARENA or equivalent tools.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in time and motion studies and capacity evaluations.
• Proficiency in 2D layout design using CAD software.
• Experience with statistical analysis software, such as Minitab or equivalent.
• Strong skills in data-driven process problem solving, including the ability to develop and maintain critical performance metrics for assigned value streams.
• Adequate technical knowledge to effectively collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, engineering (design, product, and materials development), and management teams.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Lead scrap reduction initiatives for assigned value streams.
• Drive cost reduction efforts within designated value streams.
• Serve as the Subject Matter Expert (SME) for assigned processes within the plant.
• Plan, organize, and present data collection efforts related to defect reduction and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Provide advisory support to the maintenance team, focusing on troubleshooting and diagnostic evaluations of production equipment.
• Collaborate on the development of upgrade plans for existing equipment to enhance performance and reliability.
• Contribute to the design and implementation of work standards, quality control charts, systems, and other operational excellence tools to support plant improvement objectives.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance and other voluntary benefit options
• Benefits begin on the first day of the month immediately following your date of hire
• Eligible for 3 weeks of paid vacation, additionally 8 sick days
• 11 paid holidays
• 401(k): company matching up to 6%
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level