Process Engineer

Sitka Inc.; Elkton (MD); On-site; USD 110,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision benefits day

Total rewards package including stock/

On-site facility with potential hybrid

Job summary

Gore in Elkton, Maryland is seeking a Process Engineer to join our Fabrics supply chain team. You will be hands-on in manufacturing, identifying opportunities for problem solving and continuous improvement aligned with plant goals for profitable growth.

The role offers on-site work with potential for a hybrid arrangement depending on responsibilities, and a comprehensive benefits package starting Day 1 of employment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with a minimum of 7 years of hands-on engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong history of leveraging critical thinking to drive problem solving and continuous improvement activities.
• Apply engineering fundamentals and statistical tools to drive development, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to prioritize and meet timelines and deliverables.
• Proven history of documenting and communicating work effectively.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate across functions.
• Ability to travel up to 5%.

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations in the manufacturing area by monitoring process data and metrics, investigating issues, and developing action plans.
• Understand critical process parameters to ensure products meet specifications and customer requirements.
• Plan and execute technical work using DOE and SPC.
• Apply formal problem-solving techniques to identify root causes and implement CAPA.
• Partner cross-functionally to validate changes and scale-up new products.
• Create procedures and provide training and coaching to other technicians.
• Document work via reports, presentations, and the quality system.

Skills

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Statistical tools

Independent & team work

Communication

Travel up to 5%

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

SPC (Statistical Process Control)

DoE (Design of Experiments)

Job description

Category: Engineering, Scientists & Technicians

Work Arrangement: On-site

Posting Start Date: 8/26/26

Posting End Date: 9/10/26

About the Role

We are looking for a Process Engineer to join our team. In this role, you will be part of an engineering team focused on supporting our Fabrics supply chain. You will work hands‑on in our manufacturing area to identify and drive opportunities for problem solving and continuous improvement in alignment with our plant goals centered around profitable growth.

This position will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland, with the possibility of a hybrid remote work arrangement, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.

This role will be located at our facility in Elkton, Maryland.

Pay and Benefits:

• $110,000 - $147,000 per year
• Factors considered in extending an offer within this pay range include (but not limited to) education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities.
• Medical, Dental and Vision benefits effective on Day 1 of employment! We offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive benefits. More details are available at www.gore.com/careers/benefits

Responsibilities

• Support daily operations in the manufacturing area by monitoring process data and metrics, investigating issues, and developing and executing on action plans for problem solving and continuous improvement
• Understand critical process parameters to ensure the process reliably delivers fit for use products that meet all specifications and customer requirements
• Plan and execute technical work using statistical techniques including Design of Experiments (DoE) and Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Apply formal problem-solving techniques to determine root cause of process, product, and equipment issues and develop and implement corrective and preventative action plans
• Partner cross‑functionally to validate changes and scale‑up new products
• Create procedures and provide training and coaching to other technical and manufacturing associates
• Document work via technical reports, presentations, and the quality system

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering with a minimum of 7 years of hands‑on engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong history of leveraging critical thinking to drive problem solving and continuous improvement activities
• Demonstrated ability to apply engineering fundamentals and statistical tools to drive development, optimization, and troubleshooting activities
• Ability to prioritize, plan, and drive work to completion against agreed upon timelines and deliverables
• Proven history of documenting and communicating work effectively
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team, including influencing across functions
• Ability to travel up to 5% of the time

Desired Qualifications

• Experience with lamination, coating, or imbibing processes
• Experience with web handling
• This position requires access to export‑controlled areas and information. Candidates must be "U.S. persons" as that term is defined in 8 USC §1324b(a)(3). The term "U.S. persons" includes US citizens, resident aliens ("green-card" holders) as well as certain refugees, asylum‑holders and residents qualifying for temporary residence under the terms of 8 USC §1255a.

What We Offer

Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow. We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well‑being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for "profit‑sharing". Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits

Gore is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.

Gore is committed to a drug‑free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.

Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the United States. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.

For over 65 years, Gore has improved lives through discovery, product innovation and rewarding careers for Associates. We push the boundaries of what's possible — not just through our products and technologies but also through individual growth and development.

We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. Our Associates build on a rich history of innovation, upholding Gore’s values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.

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