Copper Powder Process Engineer: Lean & Data-Driven Optimizer

Kymera International; Brassfield (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Kymera International is seeking a Process Engineer for our RTP - Plant to optimize copper powder manufacturing processes and sustain improvements in quality, safety, and efficiency. You will work with operations, maintenance, quality, EHS, and leadership to implement technical solutions that improve throughput and reduce costs.

The role emphasizes process stability, data-driven decision making, and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related technical field.
• 3-5 years of manufacturing or process engineering experience.
• Experience in powder metals, metallurgy, chemical processing, metals manufacturing, mining, or similar industrial environments.
• Experience with continuous improvement, process optimization, and statistical analysis techniques.
• Experience managing projects and implementing process improvements is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize copper powder manufacturing processes, including raw material handling, melting, atomization, reduction, classification, blending, screening, packaging, and material movement operations.
• Monitor process performance through data collection, statistical analysis, and process capability studies.
• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, yield, quality, energy efficiency, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead root cause investigations related to process deviations, product quality issues, equipment performance concerns, and customer complaints.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, standard operating procedures, and process flow diagrams.
• Support new product development and scale-up activities through process validation and production trials.
• Partner with maintenance and operations teams to troubleshoot process-related equipment issues and improve reliability.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies throughout the facility.
• Conduct risk assessments and participate in Management of Change (MOC) activities related to process modifications.
• Evaluate and recommend equipment upgrades, automation opportunities, and capital improvement projects.
• Assist with plant commissioning, startup, and process qualification activities for new equipment and production lines.
• Support environmental, health, and safety initiatives by ensuring processes comply with regulatory and company requirements.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to achieve operational objectives and strategic initiatives.
• Prepare technical reports, presentations, and performance metrics for leadership review.
• Provide technical support and process training to operations personnel.

Skills

Process optimization

Root cause analysis

Lean Six Sigma

Data analysis

Technical documentation

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field

Job description

Kymera International is seeking a Process Engineer for our RTP - Plant to optimize copper powder manufacturing processes and sustain improvements in quality, safety, and efficiency. You will work with operations, maintenance, quality, EHS, and leadership to implement technical solutions that improve throughput and reduce costs.

The role emphasizes process stability, data-driven decision making, and collaboration across cross-functional teams.