Process Engineer

Arlon Graphics, LLC is a cast vinyl manufacturing company in the business of creating innovative material for visual expression. Founded in 1958, Arlon Graphics manufactures and markets high-quality pressure-sensitive materials for the fleet, architectural, digital imaging, and signage markets. Through more than 180 distribution partners across the globe, a growing number of strategically-positioned sales offices and warehouses, and customer-centric operations, Arlon is recognized as a global leader in graphic films. Join the Arlon Graphics conversation and follow us at @arlongraphics on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. For more information, visit arlon.com.

LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY (Southern California)

Why work here?

• Global, modern, growing company, in business since the 1950’s
• Vacation, Sick and Holiday Pay
• Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, & Vision)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Career Development Support
• Employee Discounts

Summary:

Works individually and collaboratively as part of the team to efficiently meet production requirements, in accordance with prescribed EHS and quality standards. Leads process changes and drives continuous improvement projects.  

Essential functions include the following; other duties may be assigned. 

1. Improve Productivity: 

• a. Optimization of processes using time studies or data analysis 
• b. Creation and implementation of standard work  
• c. Work with area supervisor to drive productivity improvement and departmental (KPI&TTIs) 

2. Improve Quality and Reduce Process Variation: 

• a. Lead corrective action teams to resolve product and process variation 
• b. Lead first pass reliability improvement teams 
• c. Complete process review reports 
• d. Use root cause analysis to resolve product quality issues 

3. Improve Flow of Product, Supplies and Information: 

• a. Lead Kaizen and Lean Initiatives to improve process and material flow  
• b. Implementation of methods to reduce waste  
• c. Participate on cross-functional interdepartmental improvement teams 
• d. Improve operational data collection processes 

4. Develop a Highly Effective, Cross-Trained Team: 

• a. Assist in the hiring of high potential, motivated personnel 
• b. Provide effective training 

Additional Responsibilities 

• Source and procure needed equipment, tools, and supplies as required. 
• Ensure stringent compliance to Environmental, Health, and Safety regulations. 
• Champion compliance of the ISO system across the department. Develop and draft ISO procedures as required. 
• Provide technical problem solving for day-to-day problems in the areas of production, process improvement, quality, service, scrap reduction, etc. 
• Improve the reliability of machines and processes by working with the maintenance teams on the implementation of TPM/PM and other engineered preventative maintenance processes. 
• Responsible for all departmental manufacturing and other operations aspects of scaling up new products that are being introduced by product development including, but not limited to process development, writing standard work or work instructions, training operators on all shifts on production techniques, establishing process parameters, etc.  
• Make capital project requests including process investigation, equipment specification, vendor selection, writing capital requests (CER’s), coordination of work, and start-up. 
• Responsible for conducting FE’s and ME’s on the manufacturing floor including, but not limited to; creating an experimental design (DOE or other scientific methods), completion of all paperwork to assure a successful trial in accordance with ISO procedures, coordinating machine and materials, communicating expectations and instructions to machine operators, conducting the trial, completing all required testing, and reporting results. 
• Responsible for leading focused improvement teams including creating a team mission and scope of work, providing a team project plan and executing to the plan, timely communication of progress, and other aspects of leading an improvement team as needed. 
• Mentor interns and junior engineers to help develop their skills. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: 

This position doesn’t have direct reports, but certain supervision and leadership is required on occasion including, but not limited to: 

• Providing direction to production crews during experimental trials. 
• Leadership of formal process improvement teams. 
• Mentoring junior engineers and interns. 

Minimum required education, skills, and experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering (completed no later than June 30, 2023) 
• Minimum (1) year of experience as a Process Engineer; can be substituted for successful completion of Arlon Internship Program 
• Computer literate in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and Mini-Tab required. 
• Capable of understanding and interpreting test results. 
• Ability to generate practical solutions to complex problems. 
• Strong communication skills (listening, verbal, written, presentation, inter-personal) 
• Valid driver license, auto insurance and travel documents  
• Is personally guided by, espouses, communicates, and works with, and through, values of integrity, excellence, inspirational, teamwork and accountability (Arlon’s core values). Demonstrates strong commitment to organizational goals and acts in the best interest of the company. 

Additional education, skills, and experience: 

• Six Sigma green belt or above certification. 
• Experience with formalized problem solving, process improvement tools and methods, and statistical analysis (Lean and Six Sigma)  

Pay Transparency

The current pay rate for this position is $75,000 – $85,000. Rate of pay will depend on factors such as market conditions and location, job-related knowledge and skills, education, training and experience. If hired, employment will be at will. The Company reserves the right to modify pay, as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program, at any time. EOE

EEO Statement

Arlon is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with all applicable laws.