Process Engineer Powder Manufacturing

PPS-HPS; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

PPS-HPS is seeking a Chemical Process Engineer for the custom ceramics and metal oxide powders business in Indiana. You will bridge R&D and manufacturing, turning innovative concepts into scalable production while improving yields and process efficiency.

This hands-on role requires a bachelor's in ceramics or materials science, with experience in ceramic/inorganic manufacturing and a strong grasp of SPC, ISO-9001, and quality systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Ceramics Engineering or Materials Science (required).
• Experience with ceramic or inorganic material manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge of process control, yield analysis, and quality systems.
• Able to work in a production-driven environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the transition of new products from development to full-scale manufacturing.
• Develop and refine process plans, equipment settings, and in-process specifications.
• Analyze and improve yield, efficiency, and process capability.
• Implement SPC and ISO-9001 documentation.
• Collaborate with Operations, Business Development, and Development Engineering.
• Review equipment performance, energy usage, and calibration requirements.
• Support customer interactions related to product specs and testing.
• Drive continuous improvement, corrective actions, and preventive measures.
• Ensure proper product labeling, testing, traceability, and disposition.
• Maintain accurate process documentation and quality records.

Skills

Process Engineering

Materials Science

SPC

ISO 9001

Yield Analysis

Cross-functional

Education

Bachelor’s in Ceramics Engineering or Materials Science

Job description

CHEMICAL PROCESS ENGINEER

CUSTOM CERAMICS & METAL OXIDE POWDERS

$105,000-$115,000 TO START

Turn innovation into production.

We’re seeking a Process Engineer with hands-on experience in large-scale production of ceramic and inorganic materials. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys bridging R&D and manufacturing, improving yields, and building smarter, more efficient processes.

What You’ll Do

• Support the transition of new products from development to full-scale manufacturing.
• Develop and refine process plans, equipment settings, and in-process specifications.
• Analyze and improve yield, efficiency, and process capability.
• Implement and support Statistical Process Control (SPC) and ISO-9001 documentation.
• Collaborate with Operations, Business Development, and Development Engineering.
• Review equipment performance, energy usage, and calibration requirements.
• Support customer interactions related to product specifications and testing.
• Drive continuous improvement, corrective actions, and preventive measures.
• Ensure proper product labeling, testing, traceability, and disposition.
• Maintain accurate process documentation and quality records.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Ceramics Engineering or Materials Science (required).
• Experience with ceramic or inorganic material manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of process control, yield analysis, and quality systems.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally in a production-driven environment.
• Detail-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset.

Why This Role?

• High-impact position in advanced materials manufacturing.
• Hands-on influence over process performance and product quality.
• Opportunity to shape how new products reach the production floor.

Compensation:

$105,000-$115,000 per year