Process Engineer
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Job Location:
Vancouver, WA - USA
Yearly Salary:
$ 69000 - 100000
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Process Engineer
Location: Vancouver WA
Company: Kyocera International Inc.
Pay Range: $69000 $100000/year (based on experience education and qualifications)
About Kyocera
Kyocera International Inc. is a global leader in high-tech ceramics serving industries such as aerospace automotive medical and semiconductor processing. With nearly 80000 employees worldwide our innovative materials are found in everything from smartphones to space shuttles.
We are proud of our long-tenured staff many with over 30 years of service and a corporate culture rooted in the philosophy of our founder Dr. Kazuo Inamori. Learn more about our guiding principles here: motto: Do the right thing as a human being.
Role Overview
As a Process Engineer you will drive improvements in production processes implement new systems and lead projects that enhance safety efficiency and quality. Youll work closely with cross-functional teams including production facilities and supply management to ensure optimal performance and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain manufacturing methods sequences and processes.
- Observe and optimize production operations to improve productivity and quality.
- Design install and commission new production tools and processes.
- Create and update work instructions and process documentation.
- Train production staff on new or updated processes.
- Analyze issues using 8D 5 Whys and other root cause tools.
- Collect and interpret production data to drive improvements.
- Lead assigned projects from start to finish collaborating with engineers and technicians.
- Ensure safety compliance and train operators on safe practices.
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree in Engineering.
- 2 years of experience in a production engineering environment.
- Hands-on mechanical and analytical experience in lab or production settings.
- Familiarity with ceramic or industrial parts processing (preferred).
- Knowledge of SPC FMEA Lean and Six Sigma principles.
- Intermediate proficiency in MS Office Suite.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Must be eligible to work in an ITAR-regulated environment (U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent residency required).
Benefits & Perks
Compensation & Retirement
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) with company match
- Employer-paid pension
Time Off
- 120 hours of vacation annually (3 weeks)
- 10 paid holidays
- Paid time off to volunteer
Health & Wellness
- Medical dental vision and life insurance
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Onsite gyms walking tracks and employee gardens (at larger locations)
Professional Development
- Tuition reimbursement
- Flexible schedules
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
The above statements are intended to describe the work being performed by people assigned to this job. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills required. The duties and responsibilities of this position are subject to change and other duties may be assigned or removed at any time. This position may require exposure to information subject to US Export Control regulations i.e.: the International Traffic and Arms Regulations (ITAR) or Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be US persons within the meaning of US regulations.
Kyocera International Inc. values diversity in its workforce and is proud to be an AAP/EEO employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race sex color religion sexual orientation gender identity national origin protected veteran status or on the basis of disability.
If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying you may contact Kyocera International Inc. Human Resources team directly.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Key Skills
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Distributed Control Systems
- Continuous Improvement
- Process Improvement
- Minitab
- Root cause Analysis
- Process Engineering
- cGMP
- Kaizen
- Programmable Logic Controllers
- Manufacturing
About Company
Don't confuse Kyocera's ceramics with teacups and pottery. The company, which began producing fine ceramic materials in 1959, makes a wide range of industrial ceramics and other electronic and semiconductor components for customers in the telecommunications, automotive, medical, elect ... View more
