Process Engineer II

interface; LaGrange (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader focused on design, performance and environmental impact. The Process Engineer II will identify improvement opportunities, lead cross-disciplinary teams, and implement new manufacturing processes.

The role requires hands-on and theoretical engineering approaches with a strong emphasis on Six Sigma and Lean tools. Educational requirements include a BS in Engineering and 2+ years in Process, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.

Qualifications

• BS in Engineering and over 2 years Process, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering experience
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, from floor level through management
• Proven team leadership skills and ability to influence others at all levels
• Knowledge of process engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, and material properties

Responsibilities

• Learn and retain a working knowledge of company initiatives, processes, laboratory testing and quality control procedures
• Work with operators to learn capabilities and identify opportunities for efficiency, procedures, quality and safety improvements
• Evaluate processes to improve product uniformity, eliminate non-value-added functions, optimize efficiency and yield
• Partner with manufacturing to develop, maintain, implement, and monitor procedures and standards
• Travel to locations outside the company to conduct continuous improvement activities, trials or training as necessary

Skills

Process improvement

DMAIC

Six Sigma/Lean

Cross-functional teamwork

Data analysis

Project management

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

SPC software

Excel

Job description

Interface is a global flooring and sustainability leader dedicated to rethinking how spaces work for people and the planet. Our portfolio includes Interface® carpet tile and LVT, nora® rubber flooring, and FLOR® premium area rugs. Across every brand, we innovate in a way that combines design, performance, and sustainability-without compromise.

Trusted by architects, designers, and building professionals worldwide, we help bring bold visions to life with solutions that deliver real, measurable impact. Building on more than 30 years of sustainability progress and industry‑first innovation, we remain 'all in' on our goal of becoming carbon negative by 2040, without the use of offsets.

The Process Engineer II will identify improvement opportunities that align with strategic objectives and lead multi-disciplined teams improving existing processes, reducing costs, and assisting in the implementation of new manufacturing processes. This will be accomplished through the use of process improvement methodologies utilizing DMAIC, DOE, FMEA, Process Mapping, 6S, etc. This includes, but is not limited to, examining equipment, processes, and operations, then making improvements through the definition, development, documentation, training and implementation of the process. Candidates should enjoy both hands‑on and theoretical engineering approaches.

Educational requirements:

• BS in Engineering and over 2 years Process, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering experience

Skills and experience:

• Professional attitude and work ethic, and a self-starter with a desire to achieve results
• Excellent communication skills, verbal and written, from floor level through the management level
• Proven team leadership skills and the ability to influence others at all levels of the organization
• Knowledgeable of process engineering, manufacturing engineering, industrial engineering, and material properties
• Capable of process documentation such as manufacturing routings, task descriptions, work center definitions
• Experience with project costing, bid package preparation and execution (desirable)
• Experience leading cross‑functional problem‑solving teams with demonstrated success
• Thorough understanding and demonstrated working knowledge of Six Sigma and Lean tools and techniques (DMAIC, DOE, FMEA, SPC, Process Mapping, etc.)
• Ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data
• Experience with statistical software such as Minitab or SPC for Excel, flowcharting and process mapping software; the ability to train others in use
• Strong time and project management skills
• Experience working with customers to understand performance and end‑use requirements, determining critical process characteristics, variables, and measurement systems that determine and measure conformance to requirements
• Familiar with design of machinery fundamentals

Essential duties:

• Learn and retain a working knowledge of company initiatives, processes, laboratory testing and quality control procedures, as necessary to meet company needs
• Work with operators to learn the capabilities and limitations of our processes and identify opportunities for improvements in efficiency, work procedures, quality, and safety
• Evaluate all processes to identify opportunities to improve product uniformity, eliminate non-value-added functions, optimize process efficiency, and evaluate process for yield and safety improvement opportunities
• Partner with manufacturing to develop, maintain, implement, and monitor operational procedures and standards
• Work to reduce off-quality by analyzing quality data to determine root cause
• Perform cost analysis, time studies, frequency checks, and material usage analysis
• Collaborate with Engineering to plan and execute all aspects of a project or technology initiative, including basic data collection, engineering evaluation, scope of work development, cost estimations and financial analysis
• Develop project charters and lead process improvement and cost reduction teams utilizing process improvement tools and techniques
• Analyze, develop, coordinate, implement and interpret the results of projects and trials related to continuous improvement and techniques
• Provide regular updates on project status
• Maintain accurate, legible, and well‑organized records of all projects, trials and necessary support data in manufacturing and related support areas
• Maintain Process Specifications
• Perform Process Audits
• Coordinate functional experts in contacting outside vendors concerning raw materials, supplies, machinery or equipment as necessary to meet company needs
• Travel to locations outside the company to conduct and/or assist in continuous improvement activities, trials or training, as necessary to meet company needs
• Monitor compliance with OSHA regulations, ISO 9001 & 14001 policies
• Comply with safety regulations
• Maintain and promote good housekeeping
• Comply with environmental regulations
• Be aware of departmental Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
• Perform