Process Technician

MATTR; El Dorado (AR); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision with HSA

401(k) with company match

Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability

Wellness incentives

Job summary

AmerCable is seeking a Process Engineer to develop, optimize, and sustain manufacturing processes that ensure quality, safety, and operational excellence. You will improve process efficiency, support cost-effective production, and drive continuous improvement initiatives through technical expertise and collaboration.

Responsibilities include establishing best practices, maintaining process docs, and supporting project engineers in resource estimation for new and existing products, while

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred).
• 5 years of experience in the manufacturing industry preferred.
• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills across teams.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement best practices to improve production rates and product quality.
• Create, maintain, and improve process documentation with a focus on safety.
• Develop and maintain a quality manual aligned with API standards.
• Provide technical process engineering support to production for safety and environmental performance.
• Identify and communicate operational issues to management and report cost/schedule impacts.
• Assist in design reviews and project feasibility assessments.
• Develop and monitor KPIs to control inefficiencies and drive improvements.
• Prepare detailed reports and present insights to peers and management.

Skills

Math skills

Analytical thinking

Interpersonal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)

Job description

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If you are looking for an opportunity to work in a dynamic team environment where integrity and passion drive operational excellence, AmerCable is the place for you!

AmerCable is an ISO 9001:2015-certified manufacturer of jacketed electrical power, control and instrumentation cables. The company’s core markets, mining, oil and gas, and industrial, require complex cable designs that can operate reliably over long periods of time in harsh operating environments.

As a customer-focused company, AmerCable’s top priority is to help its customers be more productive and profitable with high-quality cable products and services, fast reliable delivery, field engineering support and outstanding customer service.
All cable products are made in El Dorado, Arkansas or Katy, Texas.

Summary

As a Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes that drive consistent quality, safety, and operational excellence. This position contributes directly to achieving company goals and customer expectations by improving process efficiency, enhancing safety standards, and ensuring cost-effective production. Your work will support the advancement of operations through technical expertise, innovation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and product quality.
• Create, maintain, and improve process documentation and operating instructions with a strong focus on safety.
• Develop and maintain a robust quality manual aligned with API standards.
• Provide technical process engineering support to the production team to enhance operations, safety, and environmental performance.
• Identify and communicate current or potential operational issues to Department Managers and report findings that may impact costs, schedules, employees, or customers.
• Participate in design reviews as required by management.
• Develop and monitor KPIs for each production area to control inefficiencies and drive performance improvements.
• Prepare detailed reports on findings and present insights to peers and management.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of competitive intelligence, new products, market trends, and emerging technologies.
• Support project engineers in estimating resource requirements for both new and existing products.
• Adhere to all safety standards and safe work practices while promoting a culture of safety.
• Follow company Code of Ethics and Business Conduct Standards at all times.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field (preferred)

5 years of experience in the manufacturing industry

• Strong mathematical and analytical skills.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across teams.

Why Join Mattr? (USA Salary)

• Medical, dental & vision coverage with HSA contributions
• 401(k) with company match, vested immediately
• Employer-paid Life, AD&D, and Long-Term Disability insurance
• Wellness incentives
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounts on fitness, shopping & travel (Blue365, LifeMart & more)

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AmerCable is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.