Process Engineer- Cost Savings/Process Improvement- Buffalo, NY

Saint-Gobain

City of Niagara Falls (NY)

On-site

USD 82,000 - 127,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Ceramics Division seeks a Process Engineer to support and continuously improve our manufacturing operations, delivering cost savings and quality targets through process optimization, capital projects, and cross-functional collaboration.

You will lead projects from concept to completion, partner with EHS for safety and regulatory compliance, and maintain ISO 9001 quality systems while working with teams across production, quality, and sales.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Ceramic Engineering is required.
3–5 years of engineering experience in manufacturing.
Experience evaluating, troubleshooting, and improving processes and equipment.
Strong knowledge of SPC, lean, 5S, quality systems, Six Sigma a plus.
Experience with CAPEX projects and Change Management.
Proficiency with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Automation exposure (PLCs, SCADA) and Manufacturing 4.0 concepts preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional teams to improve processes focusing on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost.
Define and control process parameters for consistent high quality.
Identify, develop and implement new technologies to improve process capability.
Partner with EHS to meet safety and regulatory requirements.
Support continuous improvement, reduce scrap, rework, and variability.
Propose and execute projects to improve process control, quality, and productivity.
Lead capital projects including equipment, automation, and safety improvements.

Skills

Process optimization

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Six Sigma concepts

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Ceramic Engineering

Tools

SCADA (Ignition)

PLC familiarity

Microsoft Excel

CAPEX project management

Job description

We are seeking a Process Engineer to support and continuously improve our manufacturing operations. In this role, you'll be responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing production processes that support a 24/7 manufacturing environment while meeting quality, safety, productivity, and cost objectives. The key deliverable of this position will be successful completion of quantifiable cost savings projects.

You'll work cross-functionally with production, quality, EHS, sales, and customer teams, and you'll have hands-on involvement in process improvement initiatives and capital projects from concept through execution.

Process Improvement & Manufacturing Excellence

Lead cross-functional teams to improve manufacturing processes with a focus on safety, quality, efficiency, and cost
Define and control process parameters to ensure consistent, high-quality production
Identify, develop, and implement new technologies and methods to improve process capability and site performance
Partner with EHS to ensure processes and materials meet safety and regulatory requirements
Support continuous improvement initiatives, including reducing scrap, rework, and variability

Quality Management

Support and maintain quality systems aligned with ISO 9001 requirements
Serve as a quality liaison with customers and vendors, providing Certificates of Analysis and related documentation
Ensure quality data, records, and reporting systems are accurate and accessible

Project & Capital Management

Propose and execute projects to improve process control, quality, and productivity
Lead capital projects, including equipment, automation, controls, and safety improvements
Manage projects from concept through completion, including vendor coordination and technical evaluations
Develop and maintain process documentation such as work instructions and test procedures

Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Ceramic Engineering (required)
3 -5 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
Experience evaluating, troubleshooting, and improving manufacturing processes and equipment
Experience working within an industrial or manufacturing engineering team (chemical, ceramic, or similar environments preferred)
Strong process optimization, problem-solving, and data analysis skills
Working knowledge of SPC, lean manufacturing, 5S, quality systems, and Six Sigma concepts (certification a plus)
Experience with CAPEX projects and Management of Change processes
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook
Automation exposure, including PLCs, SCADA systems (e.g., Ignition), and Manufacturing 4.0 concepts (preferred)
Solid understanding of safety and environmental regulations
Strong communication skills and the ability to influence across functions

Saint-Gobain Ceramics Division specializes in ceramic-based solutions for industrial clients. Our product range spans from advanced ceramic grains and powders, to specialty refractories and ceramic systems. We offer “Material Solutions That Make a Difference”, in the sense that our ceramic products and services are mission-critical to our customers’ own applications. At the heart of industry, we pride ourselves in serving segment-leading customers across the world, through long-term, trust-based relationships.

With a legacy dating back more than 360 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

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.

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.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at SGNA_HR_Compliance@saint-gobain.com .

Pay Transparency:

Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer prospective candidates and provide the national pay range for this position which is $81,500 to $126,500 per year, however, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 10% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $89,650 to $139,150. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family be well in all aspects of your life. Be Well Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being. Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

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