Process Engineer

at  WL Gore Associates

About the Role: We are looking for a Process Engineer to join the GORE® VIABAHN® VBX Balloon Expandable Endoprosthesis (VBX Stent Graft) engineering team. In this role, you will support commercial manufacturing as part of a dynamic and collaborative team.
This position will be located at our facility in Flagstaff, Arizona, with the possibility of a hybrid remote work arrangement, depending upon the responsibilities of the role and business needs.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors of Science degree in engineering required and a minimum of 3 years experience in operations or engineering (a minimum of 2 years of which in an engineering position)
• Demonstrated experience with continuous process improvement and applying lean manufacturing techniques
• Proficient in CAD software, Servo and/or PLC applications
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Strong organizational and project management skills
• Ability to troubleshoot and improve electromechanical issues through fundamental understanding of the functionality of mechanical systems used in manual assembly processes
• Ability to document, communicate, and present technical bodies of work
• Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively as part of a team, including influencing across functions
• Ability to identify critical issues and failure modes, creating a framework of action to address these issues and assess root cause including effective risk-based decision making
• Ability to travel up to 10%

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Six Sigma Green Belt Certification
• Bachelors of Science in manufacturing or mechanical engineering
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment
• Experience coaching or mentoring
• Experience with quality systems, documentation, and methodologies (for example, GMP, ISO 9001, APQP, House of Quality, etc.)
  Hybrid Working Arrangements are permitted for Associates in the continental United States (US) and Canada, with appropriate approval and compliance with Gore’s hybrid working policies, from the country in which they are employed.
  What We Offer: Our success is based on the capability and creativity of our Associates, and we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards program that supports your everyday and helps you build your tomorrow.
  We provide benefits that offer choice and flexibility and promote overall well-being. And in keeping with our belief that every Associate should share in the collective success of the enterprise; we provide a distinctive Associate Stock Ownership Plan in each country as well as potential opportunities for “profit-sharing”. Learn more at gore.com/careers/benefits
  We believe in the strength of a diverse and inclusive workplace. With diverse perspectives, ideas and experiences, we uncover new possibilities and make a greater impact in the world. We are proud of Associates for building on our rich history of innovation, upholding our values and supporting an inclusive work environment where we treat each other and our external partners with fairness, dignity and respect.
  Gore is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome all applications irrespective of race, color, religion, sex, gender, national origin, ancestry, age, status as a qualified individual with a disability, genetic information, pregnancy status, medical condition, marital status, sexual orientation, status as a covered veteran, gender identity and expression, and any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations.
  Gore is committed to a drug-free workplace. All employment is contingent upon successful completion of drug and background screening. Gore will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, e.g., arrest and conviction records, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable laws.
  Gore requires all applicants to be eligible to work within the U.S. Gore generally will not sponsor visas unless otherwise noted on the position description.
  Our Talent Acquisition Team welcomes your questions at gore.com/careers/contact

• Sustain existing manufacturing lines, specifically the maintenance of manufacturing fixtures and equipment, and have a willingness to spend time on the manufacturing floor (7 day operation)
• Ensure manufacturing proceses run consistently and meet performance targets by reducing costs, maximizing efficiency, and minimizing manufacturing loss
• Improve manufacturing processes by leveraging lean principles, good manufacturing practices and six sigma methodologies to reduce costs through the elimination of waste in the value stream
• Lead engineering projects and track project progress, present periodic status updates to key stakeholders and works to resolve obstacles
• Design and build fixtures, equipment and tools as needed to increase efficiency, ergonomics, safety and quality
• Collaborate with other engineers to analyze manufacturing/assembly issues and identify, test and implement the most effective solutions in a timely manner
• Conduct equipment and process validations, qualifications and verifications
• Foster an environment of continuous improvement and provide support to internal customers in a variety of functional areas
• Collaborate with a cross functional teams to transfer new products into production by providing recommendations regarding product design, assembly techniques and manufacturing processes
• Provide knowledge-based solutions to the electro-mechanical issues for key production related equipment