Process Engineer II

Parker Hannifin; Woburn (MA); On-site; USD 84,915 - 141,320; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pay Range considered

Job summary

Parker Hannifin in Woburn, MA is seeking an engineer to maximize cost effectiveness and reliability across manufacturing flow, processes and equipment. You will determine operation sequences for new and existing products, ensure equipment meets safety and quality standards, and design fixtures and implement capital equipment projects.

This role requires hands-on work, collaboration with division managers, and leadership of manufacturing improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and DOE/ SPC

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related Engineering field required.
• 2-4+ years of practical process knowledge in elastomer or extrusion manufacturing.
• 4+ years in a manufacturing environment is strongly desired.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to use automated measuring tools.
• Hands-on project work without supervision.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, project management, FMEAs and quality systems preferred.
• Familiarity with APQP control plans and PPAP validation is strongly desired.
• U.S. citizenship or permanent residency required for certain positions.

Responsibilities

• Refine and enhance processes using Lean principles to improve production.
• Identify and implement safety, quality, productivity, and cost-reduction solutions.
• Develop solutions to complex manufacturing problems with advanced processes.
• Implement zero defect quality initiative across product lines and processes.
• Improve efficiency by planning workflow, space, and equipment layout.
• Prepare documentation for new processes and engineering procedures.
• Assure product and process quality by testing and establishing standards.
• Determine root causes using DOE and SPC to guide changes.
• Evaluate capital equipment investments and manage equipment projects.
• Share specialized knowledge and represent the company on projects.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project management

FMEAs

Quality systems

Microsoft Office

MiniTab

Automated measuring tools

Hands-on

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Mini Tab

APQP control plans

PPAP validation

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for maximizing cost effectiveness and reliability towards manufacturing flow, processes and equipment. Determines sequences of manufacturing operations on new and existing products in accordance with processing requirements. Ensures that existing equipment, fixtures and processes meet safety and customer quality requirements, as well as being ergonomically sound for manufacturing. Responsible for designing fixtures, establishing Statements of Work, and leading activities related to manufacturing equipment implementation. Specifies process and facilities requirements to achieve desired production goals and quality standards. Scope/Supervision and Interaction: This job may have supervisory responsibility for other technical personnel. This position routinely interacts with all division functional department managers and employees. Provides technical information regarding equipment, fixtures, processes and facilities as required. This position requires the individual to work well with others and provides support to manufacturing as required.

Responsibilities

• Refine and enhance processes by applying continuous improvement and key Lean manufacturing/production principles and techniques to areas of production. Recommend product changes/improvements to Product Engineers.
• Identify and implement solutions for issues relating to safety, quality, productivity, and cost reductions.
• Develop innovative solutions to complex engineering and manufacturing production problems through identification and implementation of advanced manufacturing processes including conducting process analysis, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials, conferring with suppliers, and soliciting observations from the operators/production technicians.
• Implement zero defect quality initiative for application across product line and for individual processes.
• Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout. Coordinate input that may cross multiple teams or areas; make recommendations and implement changes.
• Prepare documentation for new manufacturing processes and engineering procedures. Prepare reports summarizing analyzed process information and trends.
• Assure product and process quality by testing finished product and process capabilities and establishing standards to confirm and validate manufacturing process requirements.
• Determine root cause of failures using statistical methods (e.g., design of experiment, SPC) that may result in changes in design, tolerances, or processing methods.
• Evaluate capital equipment investments and prepare cost justifications. Design and prepare concept drawings of new equipment or modifications to existing equipment. Manage the overall implementations of capital equipment projects.
• Share specialized knowledge with others. Represent Company on specific projects, lead and participate on project teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in related Engineering field required
• 2-4 + years of practical process knowledge of Elastomer manufacturing processes and /or Extrusion manufacturing is required
• 4+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment is strongly desired.
• Must possess strong mechanical aptitude, ability to utilize automated measuring tools, and strong understanding of automated manufacturing equipment control plans
• Capability and willingness to work “hands‑on” on projects without supervision.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools as well as Mini Tab preferred.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, project management, FMEAs, and quality systems preferred.
• Working knowledge of APQP control plans and PPAP validation plans is strongly desired.
• Must be a US Citizen or US Permanent Resident

Conditions of Employment

This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.

Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule

• Pay Range: $84,915 to $141,320 annually
• Participation in Annual Incentive Program

Benefits & Retirement Plans

• Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
• 401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.
• Company provided defined‑contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.
• Career development and tuition reimbursement.
• Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long‑term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
• Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
• Paid Time Off and Company‑Paid Holidays.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affinity Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.

Drug‑Free Workplace

In accordance with Parker’s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug‑free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.