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At Saint-Gobain we design, manufacture and distribute materials which are key ingredients in the wellbeing of each of us and the future of all. Join our innovative, passionate and entrepreneurial community to improve the world of tomorrow with us. Saint-Gobain’s innovations touch almost every major industry around the world, Composite Systems is comprised of three business units including Films & Fabrics, Tape Solutions and Thin Films. Our ambition is to provide innovative solutions that combine material science, processing technology and design to save energy, provide protection, improve comfort, and give peace-of-mind to our customers. Our unique performance is delivered by passionate people, empowered to collaborate closely with our customers and solve their toughest challenges. Our team members recognize that we all create the environment for people to succeed, with a culture built on respect, open and honest communication, and honoring our commitments to our customers and each other. And at the heart of our culture, we’ve learned working together makes good ideas, great ones. With a legacy dating back more than 350 years, Saint-Gobain offers employees the stability and security of a leading Global 500 corporation while operating like multiple small and agile start-ups, where entrepreneurial spirit, pioneering teamwork, and bold, forward-thinking ideas pave new paths. Every team member is encouraged to develop and leverage their unique expertise and strengths to make the greatest impact on the company and our end users. At Saint-Gobain, you’re empowered and equipped with countless opportunities and resources for professional development. You will find the support you need to create a vision and roadmap for your career, and make that vision a reality. Invent yourself at Saint-Gobain Composites, and together, let’s protect what matters most! If you want to reshape the world and discover your greatest potential, Saint-Gobain provides one-of-a-kind opportunities for innovative problem solvers. We're one of only two companies in the world that is consistently recognized as both a top Global Employer and a Top 100 Global Innovator, but Saint-Gobain's remarkable story and culture of innovation begins with a team of nearly 200,000 creative, diverse and passionate team members collaborating across the globe. We are committed to our mission to improve lives because, every day, we witness the enormous impact of our efforts on the world around us. Job Goals: The Saint-Gobain Solar Gard Process Engineer II develops and implements optimal, cost-effective manufacturing processes and methods in accordance with product specifications and quality standards. This candidate will be required to provide engineering support to the different areas (mixing, coating, laminating, metalizing and slitting) as well as R&D for the development of future products and processes. The Process Engineer II will be a key contributor for optimizing all the steps in the thin film manufacturing process. This individual will prepare and gather all the related information for new product launches, including but not limited to: formulation, mixing, sputtering, coating and slitting settings. Essential Responsibilities of the Position (includes the following; other responsibilities may be assigned): Work in a manufacturing clean room environment, having a clear understanding of the requirements for Class 10,000 and Class 1,000.
Determine statistical process capabilities (Cpk>1.33) and implement changes designed to improve consistency, product yield, quality, and throughput rates.
Perform process analysis (Lean or 6 s ) in order to define cost reduction initiatives.
Manage the financial aspects of the production process, reviewing cost variances and performing root cause analysis to identify the variance and prevent it from re-occurring.
Manage and update BOM’s to reflect the correct material usage.
Recommend or assists in the development of new process equipment or upgrades for current equipment.
Set-up new processes, run production and pilot trials for new product developments together with R&D.
Compiles technical data and other key process information to determine equipment/process specifications and establishes baselines.
Identifies safety, cost and quality opportunities.
Develops solutions for corrective/preventive actions.
Participates/leads in multi-functional teams to resolve problems, improve processes or procedures where appropriate.
Builds relations with internal customers, creating and reinforcing a team environment.
Drives continuous improvement initiatives contributing to the short, mid and long term efficiency and cost improvement.
Responsible for training other Engineers, Operations and Quality personnel in all the new products or changes being introduced.
Able to travel as needed, domestic and international.
Essential Requirements for the Position:
BS in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or Material Science.
Six Sigma Green Belt or Lean Manufacturing Certification.
Minimum of (5) years of experience working in a manufacturing environment in a product/process development role, preferably in an ISO-9000, TS-16949 or CGMP environment.
3+ years of experience on mixing, coating, drying, metalizing and slitting processes.
2+ years of experience applying lean manufacturing principles.
2+ years of experience in NPI or NPD.
Excellent interpersonal and problem solving capabilities to work effectively in corporate, manufacturing and multi-disciplinary team environment.
Flexible, open-minded team player with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Able to solve problems and deal with a variety of variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Utilizing a systematic approach for problem solving.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office Tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, etc.).
Able to write basic programming codes and able to handle and manage large amount of data.
Experience with inline sensors and web inspection is a plus
Experience with system integration in the context of industry 4.0 is a plus.
Manage financial aspects of major project teams including estimating expenditures, identifying financial alternatives, contributing to the creation of capital requests, purchasing materials and/or services, monitoring and tracking costs.
Ability to perform mathematical calculations including conversions, weights, measurements, volume and distance along with statistical abilities.
Able to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
Supportive of the WCM activities and achieving WCM Green Belt.
Apply technical specialty to business opportunities to optimize project management and capital expenditures.
Able to create and manipulate drawings in Auto-CAD or Solid Works is a plus.
Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.
