Process Engineer III - Paint Manufacturing
Harmon, Inc.
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The Process Engineer III serves as a senior technical expert for assigned manufacturing technologies. This role leads complex process improvements, mentors engineers, and supports broader operational and capital initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Process Development
- Serve as SME for assigned for Painting Processes
- Lead research on new products, processes and methods for Paint processes
- Lead the development and implementation of process advancement initiatives Paint processes
Data Analysis
- Monitor and analyze operational and process data to identify improvements
- Implement and utilize process monitoring systems to improve consistency of painting processes
Problem Solving
- Lead complex technical problem-solving initiatives using structured methods
Project Management
- Lead large scale, multi-faceted capital projects using good project management practices
- Lead new product introductions and process changes
Team Collaboration/Mentorship
- Partner with site leadership to align technical improvements to business needs
- Mentor junior process engineers in process and project leadership
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Deep technical expertise in manufacturing processes
- Advanced analytical and structured problem-solving capability
- Ability to influence operational decisions using data and process knowledge
- Advanced project management skills using scope, justification, budget and scheduling tools
- Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Ability and willingness to mentor junior process engineers
Education and Experience
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred
- Project management (PMP or PMO) certificate preferred
- Experience
- 5-8 years of process engineering experience
- Minimum of 5-years of experience with liquid paint application processes
- 3+ years of project management experience
- Demonstrated structured problem solving
- 5-8 years of process engineering experience
Work Environment/Travel Requirements
- Frequent exposure to manufacturing environment.
- Extended periods of office work on a computer and in team meetings.
- Regional day travel is expected with this role.
- Overnight travel requirements will be variable based on projects and business activities, expected up to 10%
- Physical Requirements
- Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
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Our Benefits
We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.
Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
Incentive Plans
401(k) with employer contribution and match
Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
Paid Holidays
Tuition Reimbursement Program
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Wellness Program
Training and Career Progression
Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Summary
Lead and improve paint manufacturing processes, mentor engineers, and manage projects.
Job title
Process Engineer III - Paint Manufacturing
Experience level
5-8 years
Minimum experience
5+ years exp
Industry
manufacturing
Location requirements
Wausau, WI; regional travel required
Salary
Not specified
Management role
No
Required skills
Preferred skills
Specializations
Structured locations inferred from the posting.
Wausau, WI, USA