Process Engineer II (85558,87232)

The Gill Corporation; El Monte (CA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 101,000; Full time

Job summary

The Gill Corporation in El Monte, CA seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and improve processes for new or existing products. You will collaborate with Quality and Production to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction, and to drive throughput improvements.

Responsibilities include root cause analysis, Lean Manufacturing initiatives, and creating manufacturing documentation while providing technical oversight and training to teams for on-time delivery.

Qualifications

• B.S. degree in Engineering or Science in listed fields.
• 2 to 4 years in manufacturing or lab environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on mentality.
• Ability to adjust to shifting priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project.
• Experience with composite materials is a plus.
• Programming experience (VBA, C/C++) is a plus.
• CAD experience (CATIA, SolidWorks, AutoCAD) a plus.
• SAP experience a plus.
• Minitab experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes for new or existing products.
• Work with cross-functional teams (Quality/Production) to improve quality and satisfaction.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement countermeasures.
• Develop and implement Lean Manufacturing concepts to cut costs and increase throughput.
• Create and manage manufacturing documentation and provide technical oversight.
• Lead manufacturing trials supported by data analysis and next steps.
• Guide technical direction of assigned areas and ensure on-time delivery.
• Plan and lead incorporation of engineering flowdown requirements.
• Expand capability of processes, materials, and products.
• Improve workload management capabilities.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Strong mechanical aptitude

Prioritization under shifting demands

Education

B.S. in Engineering or Science (various fields)

Tools

VBA

C/C++

CATIA

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

SAP

Lean Manufacturing

Minitab

Job description

Job details

Job Location: 0T534 CA - El Monte, CA, Position Type: Full Time, Salary Range: $83524.00 - $100632.00Salary, Job Shift: 1st Shift

Who we are

The Gill Corporation is one of the world's largest manufacturers of honeycomb, high performance floor panels, cargo compartment liners and original equipment for passenger and freighter aircraft. The company also excels in many other types of reinforced plastics including interior sandwich panels for creating structures such as aircraft galleys and bulkheads, honeycomb core and related products.

Under general supervision, manage specific projects/tasks associated with continuous improvement and/or production sustainment; perform experiments and tests; record experimental data; make calculations and prepare brief reports covering the work.

Responsibilities

• Develop and/or improve processes for the manufacture of new or existing products.
• Work with cross-functional teams (primarily Quality and Production) in leading efforts in improving product quality and customer satisfaction.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement countermeasures to prevent failure recurrence.
• Develop and implement concepts, including Lean Manufacturing, etc., to reduce manufacturing cost and increase process throughput.
• Create/manage manufacturing documentation and provide technical oversight to bring high-priority projects to a successful conclusion including training.
• Lead manufacturing trials supported by data analysis and recommend appropriate next steps.
• Work in a proactive manner to manage the technical direction of assigned manufacturing areas, in concert with the overall technical direction of the site.
• Plan and lead the incorporation of engineering flowdown requirements to ensure on time delivery.
• Expanded technical competency of processes, materials, and products.
• Increased capability in workload management.
• Other essential duties may be assigned.

Qualified Applicants

• B.S. degree in Engineering or Science (Chemical, Mechanical, Material Science, Aerospace, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering fields)
• 2 to 4 years working experience in a manufacturing or laboratory environment
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands on mentality
• Ability to adjust to continuously shifting priorities
• Proficient computer skills - Microsoft suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
• Comfortable working on and around equipment and using proper PPE
• Ability to adjust to continuously shifting priorities
• Experience with composite materials and/or material sciences a plus
• Programming experience a plus (VBA, C or C++, etc)
• CAD experience a plus (CATIA, Solidworks, AutoCAD, etc)
• SAP experience a plus
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles a plus
• Minitab software experience a plus

NOTE: Clearance

PLEASE NOTE: Certain positions may require the ability to obtain and maintain a DOD Secret Clearance.

ITAR Requirement

This position requires access to information that is subject to compliance with the International Traffic Arms Regulations (“ITAR”) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (“EAR”). In order to comply with the requirements of the ITAR and/or the EAR, applicants will be asked to provide specific documentation to verify U.S. person status under the ITAR and the EAR. A “U.S. person” according to their definition is a U.S. citizen, U.S. lawful permanent resident (green card holder), or protected individual such as a refugee, or asylee.

Equal Opportunity

The Gill Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants for all job openings are welcome and will be considered without regard to race, religious creed, color, age, sex, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, sexual orientation, national origin, religion, marital status, medical condition, physical or mental disability, military service, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws and ordinances.

Accommodations

The Gill Corporation provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disability Act and applicable state and local law. If you require an accommodation in the application process, please notify the Human Resources Department