Process Engineering Technician I

3M HEALTHCARE; Pullman (WA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

ESOP

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

SEL in Pullman, WA seeks a Process Engineering Technician to provide hands-on technical support on the floor, clarifying process requirements and resolving issues to keep production running smoothly. You will help improve yield, efficiency, and capacity across manufacturing equipment and processes.

The role involves documenting procedures, supporting tooling and process changes, and training operators and staff. Swing shift: Mon–Fri 3:00pm–11:30pm, with a focus on safety and high-quality output.

Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience.
• Experience with manufacturing equipment relevant to the role.
• Proficient with Windows-based tools (Excel, Word, SQL) and document control.

Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to manufacturing and clarify production process specification requirements to ensure accurate and efficient production.
• Assist in measuring and improving yield, efficiency, and capacity of manufacturing equipment and processes.
• Document, modify, and maintain manufacturing-related procedures.
• Manage the procurement of assembly process tools.
• Train operators and support staff as needed.
• Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
• Understand. Create. Simplify.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Manufacturing equipment familiarity

Strong written & verbal communication

Team collaboration

Learning agility

Education

Two-year technical degree

Tools

Excel

Word

SQL

Job description

Process Engineering Technician

The Process Engineering Technician works closely with Manufacturing, Engineering, and Reliability teams to keep production running smoothly and correctly. This role provides hands‑on technical support on the floor, helping clarify process requirements, resolve issues as they arise, and ensure products are built to specification. The position plays an active role in improving yield, efficiency, and capacity across manufacturing equipment and processes. The Process Engineering Technician documents and maintains procedures, supports tooling and process changes, and helps train operators and support staff. This is a Swing Shift position Monday – Friday 3:00pm‑11:30pm.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Provide immediate technical support to manufacturing and clarify production process specification requirements to ensure accurate and efficient production.
2. Assist in measuring and improving yield, efficiency, and capacity of manufacturing equipment and processes.
3. Document, modify, and maintain manufacturing‑related procedures.
4. Manage the procurement of assembly process tools.
5. Train operators and support staff as needed.
6. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
7. Understand. Create. Simplify.
8. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Two‑year technical degree or equivalent experience.
• Familiarity with the manufacturing equipment relevant to the role.
• Basic computer skills, including familiarity with Windows‑based programs such as Microsoft productivity tools (Excel, Word, SQL).
• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills.
• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities.
• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Background check results satisfactory to SEL.
• Negative drug test result(s).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting process and machinery problems.
• Experience writing and/or conducting Design of Experiments.
• Experience programming and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment and machinery.
• Experience preparing materials cross‑sections for microscopic analysis.
• Working knowledge of basic analog and digital electronics.

Physical Requirements

• Lift and maneuver 40 pounds.
• Pull weight from high/low shelves.
• Reach, bend, grip, twist.
• Sit and/or stand for at least 8 hours.
• Fine finger dexterity.

Location

Pullman, WA. This position is located in Pullman, WA. Nestled in Eastern Washington, offering an exceptional quality of life. Embrace the charm of small‑town living with spacious surroundings, no traffic hassles, and easy access to outdoor adventures in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests. Plus, benefit from excellent schools and universities in the area.

Benefits

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work. People are at the core of our company and we hire employee‑owners. We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer‑funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options. We offer top‑tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance. We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer 10 paid holidays, an annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay. We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs. Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.