Engineer, Process

Summary
Metagenics is seeking a Process Engineer to join our team! In this role, you will implement process improvements in the manufacturing and packaging departments. This role requires strong partnering with functional leads and key stakeholders in Technical Services, Quality Control, and Manufacturing. Under direction from the Supervisor, Manufacturing Engineering you will work with cross-functional teams to identify processes that can be streamlined, and implement new ways to get things done using proven best practice techniques and methodologies. Finally, if you have the skills guide change management and strong communication skills, this job could be for you.
Responsibilities
What you'll do:

• Work directly with Manufacturing, QC, and Manufacturing Engineering to gather, set-up, and research data to find waste
• Analyze existing processes and procedures, and make recommendations for improvement
• Identify and troubleshoot process issues and bottlenecks
• Manage the implementation of process improvements
• Identify, quantify, implement and track improvement initiatives
• Track and present process improvement progress.
• Send updates and reports on a scheduled or timely manner
• Keep projects on track by assisting Manufacturing and Packaging with prioritizing deliverables as needed to meet deadlines
• Manage and facilitate project status meetings by way of agenda creation, recording and dissemination of detailed meeting minutes, reviewing timelines, and assigning action items
• Help maintain newly implemented processes
• Other duties as assigned

What you'll need:
Experience / Training / Education

• Project management skills
• Presentation and leadership skills
• Document control experience
• Proficient in essential computer software including all Microsoft Office programs, SharePoint, and Finesse.
• Production scheduling experience helpful
• College degree or relevant work experience required

Knowledge of

• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Change Management

Skills/Abilities

• Ability to independently define problems, collect data, establish facts, prioritize, and draw valid conclusions to accomplish goals
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of personality types
• Ability to independently define problems, collect data, establish facts, prioritize, and draw valid conclusions to accomplish goals
• Able to manage details and provide appropriate follow-up to ensure full internal and external department satisfaction
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions
• Ability to interact effectively with a wide variety of personality types
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Extremely detail oriented including the ability to read small print
• Effective organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Excellent problem solving skills
• Ability to multi-task effectively
• Flexibility and a willingness to learn new things
• Ability to manage details and provide appropriate follow-up to ensure full internal and external department satisfaction
• Completes other duties as assigned

Physical requirements/working conditions:

• Sits at a computer station, meeting table or work desk for more than two-thirds of each day
• Stands and walks to other stations and departments throughout the day
• Uses hands and fingers to operate computers and office equipment most of the day
• May stoop or crouch to access files or storage
• Hearing and speech within normal ranges and sufficient for clear communication face to face.
• Lifts up to 10 pounds regularly; lifts 50 pounds occasionally
• Exposed to noise levels typical of both manufacturing and office environments

Compensation:
The current range for this role based out of Gig Harbor, WA is $88,420/yr - $101,111/yr.
The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
This role may also be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.
Health and Wellness:

• Medical, dental, vision
• Annual employer HSA (Health Savings Account) funding for eligible employees who elect an HSA medical plan
• STD, LTD, Basic Life AD&D coverage
• 401k + employer matching
• Free mental health resources through wayForward
• Vacation and Sick Time
• 2 Volunteer Days off per year
• Emergency evacuation time off
• 11 paid company holidays
• 1 Floating holiday to celebrate your birthday or important religious/holiday to you
• Quarterly product allowance to use towards your favorite Metagenics products!
• Product discount
• Peer to peer recognition programs & more!

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