Process Engineer II

You will have the opportunity to:

• Develop, implement, and optimize process parameters to support primary operations including melting, casting, and forming.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and opportunities for process improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including quality, maintenance, and production to resolve process-related issues.
• Lead and support root cause investigations for process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Support new product introductions by defining process requirements and coordinating trials.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation of standard operating procedures, process changes, and technical reports.
• Participate in safety initiatives and ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations.
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, and other process improvement tools to drive operational excellence.
• Train operators and technicians on new equipment and process changes.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to quality, yield, throughput, and cost.

      REQUIREMENTS: ​

• Bachelor’s degree in Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in a metals manufacturing environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a data-driven mindset.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with data acquisition and analysis tools.
• Knowledge of melting, casting, heat treating, or metal forming processes is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and standards.
• Commitment to maintaining a safe and efficient working environment.

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The selection of the person to be hired for this position is contingent on the candidate having export compliance eligibility for access to U.S. controlled technology which comes under the licensing jurisdiction of the U.S. Department of State, International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and the U.S. Department of Commerce, Export Administration Regulations (EAR).

The candidate selected will have to qualify as either a U.S. citizen, a U.S. National, a lawful permanent resident of the U.S., a Person Admitted into the U.S. as an Asylee or Refugee., a National of a country that is not prohibited from having access to U.S. controlled technology (via a letter of assurance), or a Person to be approved for an export license by the governing agency whose technology comes under its jurisdiction. Please understand that any job offer that requires approval of an export license will be conditional on Materion’s determination that it will be able to obtain an export license in a time frame consistent with Materion’s business requirements.

Materion Corporation and its subsidiaries (the “Company”) is an equal employment opportunity employer. It is the Company’s policy to not unlawfully discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, veteran or military status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these protected categories. It is also the Company’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions. The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

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