Join Tex-Tech's Innovation Team
Tex-Tech is a leader in the research, development, and manufacturing of innovative, high-performance materials. We are seeking a talented Process Engineer to join our growing team and help drive projects supporting aerospace, thermal protection, and industrial applications.
This is an exciting opportunity for an engineering professional who thrives in a manufacturing environment and is passionate about process optimization, quality improvement, and operational excellence.
Position Summary
The Process Engineer provides technical leadership and support for assigned processes and product lines, ensuring operational efficiency, product quality, and cost-effective manufacturing. This role combines engineering expertise with team leadership responsibilities to optimize production processes, reduce cycle times, minimize waste, and drive continuous improvement initiatives throughout Tex-Tech Coatings operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and implement programs that improve producibility, reduce cycle times, and minimize manufacturing losses.
- Conduct process and product audits to ensure compliance with company quality standards and recommend corrective actions when needed.
- Monitor manufacturing performance metrics and implement new techniques to improve quality, efficiency, and waste reduction.
- Identify, recommend, and implement process improvements that enhance cost performance, delivery schedules, and customer satisfaction.
- Support product strategy, development efforts, and manufacturing coordination for new and emerging products.
- Partner with the Manufacturing Manager to manage production schedules, order raw materials, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and provide direction to operating teams.
- Share supervisory responsibilities for production associates, including coaching, training, attendance management, and performance oversight.
- Support continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives across operations.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field).
Experience
- Experience in manufacturing engineering, process optimization, and quality assurance.
- Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience working with ERP systems and CMMS/EAM platforms such as SAP PM, Maximo, or Infor EAM preferred.
- Proven ability to analyze data, solve problems, and implement sustainable process improvements.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Effective leadership, coaching, and team development abilities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Ability to read and interpret safety policies, operating procedures, and work instructions in English.
- Ability to prepare reports and communicate effectively with supervisors, coworkers, and cross-functional teams.
- Proficiency in basic mathematics, measurements, and simple algebra.
- Ability to follow written, verbal, and diagram-based instructions while troubleshooting routine manufacturing issues.
- Strong focus on quality, productivity, continuous improvement, and workplace safety.
- High attention to detail and commitment to operational excellence.
Work Environment & Physical Requirements
- Manufacturing environment with forklift traffic, moving machinery, concrete floors, and varying temperatures.
- Exposure to moving mechanical parts and occasional electrical components.
- Work may be performed near freight-moving equipment.
- Moderate to high noise levels; hearing protection required in designated areas.
- Non-climate-controlled environment subject to seasonal temperature changes.
- Required PPE includes safety glasses, safety shoes, hearing protection, and respirators as needed.
- Ability to sit, stand, walk, and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
- Vision requirements include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.
Why Join Tex-Tech?
At Tex-Tech, you'll have the opportunity to work with cutting-edge materials and technologies while contributing to products that support critical aerospace, thermal protection, and industrial applications. We foster a collaborative environment focused on innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Tex-Tech provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Pay: $70,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Referral program
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
