Process Engineer (Manufacturing)

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.; Phoenix (AZ); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

W. L. Gore & Associates, Inc.

seeks an experienced Process Engineer to sustain and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and product quality at our Flagstaff facility, with a potential hybrid work arrangement. You will lead projects, troubleshoot on the manufacturing floor, and apply Lean, GMP, and Six Sigma to drive efficiency and reduce waste. The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and at least 3 years in a manufacturing setting, with strong problem-solving, data analysis,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and minimum of 3 years of experience supporting a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement.
• Strong application of engineering fundamentals and statistical tools for process development, optimization, and troubleshooting.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently, delivering results against timelines and commitments.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, including influencing across functions.
• Demonstrated ability to identify critical issues, perform root cause analysis, and apply risk-based decision making.
• Strong technical communication skills, including documenting and presenting technical work.
• Willingness to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
• Ability to travel up to ~5%.

Responsibilities

• Sustain existing manufacturing lines, including maintaining manufacturing fixtures, equipment, and SOPs, with a strong presence on the floor.
• Own manufacturing performance, with flexibility outside standard hours to support 7-day operation.
• Improve efficiency, reduce cost, and minimize loss by applying Lean, GMP, and Six Sigma to eliminate waste and variation.
• Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation, tracking progress and communicating status.
• Design, build, and provide input on fixtures, equipment, and tools to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues by analyzing data, identifying root causes, and implementing solutions.
• Conduct equipment and process validations, qualifications, and verifications for production and regulatory needs.
• Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to drive solutions.
• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and respectful team environment.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Statistical Tools

Project Management

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Root Cause Analysis

Technical Communication

Hands-on Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Process Engineer to join our engineering team supporting commercial manufacturing. In this role, you will work in a dynamic, cross-functional environment to sustain and improve manufacturing processes, equipment, and product quality. Process Engineers play a critical role in ensuring stable, efficient, and scalable manufacturing operations. This includes hands-on troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and leading technical projects that deliver measurable business impact.

This position will be located at our facility in Flagstaff, Arizona, with the possibility of a hybrid work arrangement.

Responsibilities

• Sustain existing manufacturing lines, including maintaining manufacturing fixtures, equipment, and standard operating procedures, with a strong presence on the manufacturing floor


• Process Engineers are expected to take ownership of manufacturing performance, which may occasionally require flexibility outside of standard working hours to support a 7-day operation


• Ensure manufacturing processes meet performance targets by improving efficiency, reducing cost, and minimizing manufacturing loss by applying Lean manufacturing principles, good manufacturing practices (GMP), and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste and variation


• Lead engineering projects from concept through implementation, tracking progress, communicating status to stakeholders, and resolving obstacles


• Design, build, and/or provide technical input on fixtures, equipment, and tools to improve safety, ergonomics, quality, and efficiency


• Troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly issues by analyzing data, identifying root causes, and implementing effective, timely solutions


• Conduct equipment and process validations, qualifications, and verifications in support of production and regulatory requirements


• Partner cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Regulatory, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to drive solutions and sustain performance


• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive, and respectful team environment

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering and minimum of 3 years of experience supporting a manufacturing environment


• Demonstrated experience with continuous improvement


• Strong application of engineering fundamentals and statistical tools for process development, optimization, and troubleshooting


• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects concurrently, delivering results against timelines and commitments


• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, including influencing across functions


• Demonstrated ability to identify critical issues, perform root cause analysis, and apply risk-based decision making


• Strong technical communication skills, including documenting and presenting technical work


• Willingness to work in a hands-on manufacturing environment


• Ability to travel up to ~5%

Desired Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment (e.g., medical device, pharmaceutical, aerospace, or similar)


• Applied experience using Lean, Six Sigma or other similar methodologies for process improvement


• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and hands-on ability troubleshooting, maintaining, and optimizing manufacturing equipment