Process Engineering Technician I (Weekend Swing)

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL) is looking for someone to join our Manufacturing team as a Process Engineering Technician I in Lewiston, Idaho. SHIFT: Weekend Swing, (Fri-Mon, 12pm to 10:30pm) 

Essential Duties and 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.

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 (e.g., 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 at least 8 hours
• Fine finger dexterity

Lewiston, ID – This position is located in Lewiston, ID where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.​

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• 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, 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.

Pay Range Data - $32.88 - $48.60 per hour (plus weekend differential: $3.00/hr)

We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at a level I, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.

Level I: $32.88 – $48.60 per hour

Level II: $35.83 – $52.94 per hour

Communication with Applicants 

We communicate with all applicants. If you do not receive a response about your application, please check your SPAM filter or reach out to us at careers@selinc.com.

SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.