Process Engineer - Oxford, NC
CertainTeed
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CertainTeed, a Saint-Gobain brand, seeks a Process Engineer to refine and optimize manufacturing processes in our roofing operation. You will apply SPC, DOE, and Lean methodologies to reduce variation, improve yields, and drive continuous improvement with cross-functional teams.
You will partner with operations, maintenance and quality teams to troubleshoot issues, deploy CAPA, and document processes, while mentoring hourly and salaried teammates in best practices for process control and
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering or related field.
- 2–3+ years manufacturing or process engineering experience.
- 1+ year in a manufacturing/industrial environment.
- Roofing/building materials manufacturing experience preferred.
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and project management skills.
- Proficiency in statistical tools and data-driven problem solving.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Responsibilities
- Analyze production data using SPC, DOE and other tools to reduce variation.
- Develop and optimize industrial processes from inception through startup and stabilization.
- Collaborate with operations, maintenance and quality teams to troubleshoot issues and implement CAPA.
- Conduct process flow studies and simulations to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
- Provide clear process documentation, operating instructions and training to hourly and salaried teammates.
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Job description
The Process Engineer supports the Technical and Quality team in refining and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure maximum efficiency, reliability, and product quality. This role will apply engineering principles, statistical process control (SPC), and Lean methodologies to reduce variation, improve yields, minimize waste, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the roofing manufacturing operation.
The Process Engineer supports the Technical and Quality team in refining and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure maximum efficiency, reliability, and product quality. This role will apply engineering principles, statistical process control (SPC), and Lean methodologies to reduce variation, improve yields, minimize waste, and support continuous improvement initiatives across the roofing manufacturing operation.
- Promote and maintain a strong safety culture; ensure strict adherence to all company safety policies and regulatory requirements.
- Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments; actively participate in incident and near-miss investigations to determine root causes and corrective actions.
- Support environmental compliance through adherence to waste management, recycling responsibilities, and reporting requirements.
- Analyze production data and apply SPC, DOE, and other statistical tools to identify and eliminate process variation.
- Develop, configure, and optimize industrial processes from inception through startup and stabilization.
- Partner with operations, maintenance, and quality teams to troubleshoot issues, implement corrective/preventive actions (CAPA), and improve process capability.
- Conduct process flow studies and system simulations to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
- Provide clear process documentation, operating instructions, and training to hourly and salaried teammates.
- Lead and support Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM initiatives to drive cost reduction, yield improvement, and throughput gains.
- Introduce and integrate new technologies, raw materials, and methods to improve efficiency and product performance.
- Plan, coordinate, and evaluate production trials in collaboration with suppliers, vendors, and internal stakeholders.
- Work closely with the Technical and Quality Manager to ensure consistent SPC deployment and process monitoring.
- Coordinate with Engineering teams on capital projects that increase the efficiency of the production line.
- Build strong cross-functional relationships to drive teamwork and problem-solving.
- Mentor and coach team members in best practices for process control, quality, and efficiency.
- Collaborate with Community of Partnership leaders to support various projects and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead site project implementations and sharing of best practices.
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Electrical Engineerings or related technical field (Required)
- 2-3+ Years Manufacturing or Process Engineering (Required)
- 1+ Years Experience in a manufacturing/ industrial environment (Required)
- Roofing, building materials manufacturing experience (Preferred)
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and project management skills.
- Proficient in statistical tools, and data-driven problem solving.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Through the responsible development of innovative and sustainable building products, CertainTeed, headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania, has helped shape the building products industry for more than 110 years. Founded in 1904 as General Roofing Manufacturing Company, the firm's slogan "Quality Made Certain, Satisfaction Guaranteed," inspired the name CertainTeed. Today, CertainTeed is a leading North American brand of exterior and interior building products, including roofing, siding, fence, decking, railing, trim, insulation, drywall, and ceilings.
A subsidiary of Saint-Gobain, one of the world’s largest and oldest building products companies, CertainTeed has more than 6,300 employees and more than 60 manufacturing facilities throughout the United States and Canada. www.certainteed.com
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.
- Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
- Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
- LiveWell Wellness Program
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
- 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
- Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
- Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
- Group Legal
- Identity Theft Protection
- Auto and Home Insurance
- Pet Insurance and Discounts
- Back-up Child & Elder Care
- PerkSpot Employee Discount Program
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