Process Engineer

Distribution International; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

401(k) Matching

Paid Holiday and PTO

Life & Disability Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Distribution International is seeking a Process Engineer to collaborate with fabrication shops to improve material and labor utilization, while partnering with pricing and sales to develop project pricing and manage master data. The role emphasizes Lean Six Sigma tools to reduce lead times, costs, and improve quality.

The position requires a Bachelor’s in Industrial Engineering and at least five years in manufacturing/continuous improvement, preferably in insulation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 5 years of manufacturing engineering or continuous improvement in manufacturing.
• Experience in insulation industry preferred.
• Proficient with MS Office and ERP systems (SXE) and reporting tools.

Responsibilities

• Drive improvement in material and labor utilization with fabrication shops.
• Maintain fabrication cost models and update standards with time/material studies.
• Develop project pricing with pricing and sales teams; manage master data and costs.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Kaizen

Root cause analysis

MS Office

Power BI

Process optimization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SXE ERP

AutoCAD/ACAD

Visio

Arena/MPX modeling

Minitab

Oracle

Job description

About Your Future with Distribution InternationalAre you looking for a career with an industry leader that drives the future of energy-efficient insulation and building material products? Is being part of a company that is recognized as a “Great Place to Work” of value to you? Look no further! At Distribution International, you will be part of a diverse and inclusive team that reflects our values of integrity and innovation by delivering solutions that make a difference in the communities we serve. Here, you are part of a company that rewards your contributions and encourages you to take ownership of your career.Job DescriptionYour ResponsibilitiesAt DI, our Fabrication business creates insulation specifically ordered for any unique situation As a Process Engineer, you will work closely with key fabrication shops to drive improvement in material and labor utilization. Our Process Engineers work closely with the fabrication, pricing, and sales teams to develop project pricing while managing our standard costs including the master database, time, tools, and processes. This role is crucial to the success of our business as it plays directly into the efficiency of our company.Maintain Fabrication cost models and keeps standards up to date with time and material studies.Work with the pricing team and local fabrication shops on major proposals.Evaluate manufacturing processes by designing and conducting research programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors; soliciting observations from operators.Research and develop new manufacturing methods to reduce lead times, costs, and improve quality.Identify key site capacity constraints and provide timely solutions.Manage continuous improvement project pipeline to prioritize projects in relation to cost, benefit, and effort.Facilitate Kaizen events for rapid process improvements.Uses Lean Six Sigma tools and other manufacturing methodology to measure, understand, control and improve process variability and efficiency.Document quality assurance activities, create reports, and track KPIs for management reviewImplement continuous improvement methodologies to optimize processes and reduce costsimplement quality control methodologies, checklists, and testing procedures to ensure compliance with specifications and customer requirementsConduct audits and inspections to verify compliance with internal and external quality standardsPerform root cause analysis on defects and non-conformances, and recommend corrective and preventive actionsInvestigate and resolve customer complaints related to product qualityAny other duty, task, or responsibilities as assigned.Your QualificationsMinimum of 18 years of age.If operating a Company Vehicle, a valid driver’s license will be required.5 years of manufacturing engineering or continuous improvement experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.Experience in Insulation industry preferred.Good command of MS Office programs.ERP (SXE) or other reporting tools knowledge.Knowledgeable with ACAD, Visio, or other design applications.Knowledgeable with modeling software (i.e. Arena, MPX).Strong ERP and Oracle experienceProblem soling including 8D reportingMinitabCreating report in PowerBIEducationBachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related degreeTHIS IS A SAFETY SENSITIVE POSITIONTravel RequirementsType of Travel Required: LocalAmount of Travel Required: <10%Physical RequirementsAble to lift 50 lbs. unassisted to load and unload various products. Climb, stoop, kneel, crawl, and stand to perform daily work and ladder climbing, as needed.Your BenefitsWe care about the health and safety of all employees and provide a range of benefits to assist in prioritizing your wellbeing. Listed below are a few of our available benefits:Competitive CompensationMedical, Dental and VisionStrive Wellness Program401(k) MatchingPaid Holiday and Paid Time Off (PTO) for all positionsAssuredExcellence: minimal to no cost medical care and prescription drugsFlexible Spending Accounts (FSA): Healthcare and Dependent careHealth Spending Account (HSA): with employer contributionLife & Disability InsuranceEmployee Assistance Program (EAP): in-person counseling, assistance and resources for family matters, legal and financial issues, etc.Employee Referral BonusPaid Military LeaveTuition ReimbursementLength of Service AwardCompensation Range$75,000.00 - $150,000.00To comply with Pay Transparency laws, employers must disclose an annual salary range. Actual offers depend on factors such as location, experience, skills, and market data. This position may also offer variable compensation.QXO is North America’s largest distributor and installer of insulation; second-largest distributor of roofing products; second-largest publicly traded distributor of lumber and building materials; and largest distributor of waterproofing products. QXO is the fastest growing company in the $800 billion building products distribution industry and plans to become the tech-enabled leader by delivering best-in-class customer satisfaction and outsized returns for its shareholders. The company is targeting $50 billion in annual revenue within the next decade through accretive acquisitions and organic growth. Visit QXO.com for more information.QXO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender or sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.