Process Engineer

PMX Industries; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Vacation

Paid holidays

Job summary

PMX Industries, a leading copper and copper alloy supplier, is seeking a Process Engineer to develop, implement, and improve metallurgical and manufacturing processes. You will collaborate with engineering, quality, operations, and maintenance to drive continuous improvement across heat treatment, forming, casting, or welding.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering and 3–5 years of process engineering experience in metals manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Metallurgical/Materials/Chemical) and related field.
• 3–5 years of process engineering experience in metals manufacturing or rolling mill environments.
• Proficient in statistical methods and data analysis for problem solving.
• Familiar with lab testing equipment and PC software.
• Strong communication and organizational skills; ability to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and policies.
• Perform process capability studies and provide technical support.
• Develop new products/processes through trials.
• Review coil performance and metallurgical properties.
• Maintain databases, evaluate data, and report results.
• Initiate and monitor process improvement efforts.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Process engineering

Statistical analysis

Data interpretation

Cross-functional collaboration

Lab testing equipment

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Metallurgical/Materials/Chemical)

Tools

PC software

Job description

As a Process Engineer, you'll play a vital role in developing, implementing, and improving metallurgical and manufacturing processes to support production efficiency and material performance. You will work closely with cross-functional teams- engineering, quality, operations, and maintenance to drive continuous improvement and solve complex technical challenges related to metal behavior, heat treatment, forming, casting, or welding.

Primary Duties:

• Expected to follow all safety rules and policies and work in a manner that protects themselves and other stakeholders from hazards and injuries.
• Performs process capability studies for all areas of the production process and provide technical support as needed.
• Responsible for the development of new products and processes through process trials.
• Daily review of coil performance in regards to metallurgical properties and quality.
• Maintain database, evaluate data, and report results.
• Initiate and monitor process improvement efforts.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering - preferably Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Sciences, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.
• 3 - 5 years of previous process engineering experience required; background in metals manufacturing or rolling mill environmentpreferred.

Skill Requirements:

• Statistical/analytical methods for problem solving.
• General understanding of PCs and related software experience.
• Sound communication and organizational skills with the ability to plan work.
• Familiarity with lab testing equipment.
• Must be able to lead cross functional teams to identify root cause of any issues that may arise.
• Office environment; with frequent time spent in the production facilities.

Schedule:

• Base schedule is a Monday - Friday day shift, but night & weekend work will be required on a regular basis as determined by production needs.
• 401(k) plan
• Vacation
• Paid holidays

Insurance:

• Health
• Vision
• Disability
  • Short Term
  • Long Term
• Life insurance
  • Employee
  • Dependent

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and background screening.

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About the Company:

PMX Industries is the leading supplier of high qualitycopper and copper alloysin North America.

Since our founding, we have been committed to continually improving our safety and environmental performance through ongoing training and new technology. Safety is a top priority. PMX employees also have an active recycling program of metals, cardboard, plastic, and paper. We believe there are direct links between worker safety, quality systems, environmental performance, and economic success.

Business is conducted in accordance with company policies which are based on respect and accountability. PMX has earned a reputation for integrity and consistently meeting high standards. We support our communities and strive to be good neighbors. We know that business success begins with our employees!

We go far beyond simple compliance with federal and state regulations. We are dedicated to creating value for all that we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

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