Process Engineer and Tooling Manager at McClarin Composites – Wapato, Washington

What We Do:

At McCLARIN, we manufacture composites essential to the world’s most innovative and efficient buses, trucks, trains, RVs, construction and farm equipment. These end-use channels enhance human experience to drive, ride, construct, farm and enjoy nature.

Through collaboration, we create both processes and products in any way, shape or form that contributes to a decarbonized and circular economy. McCLARIN scouts and adopts new ways to make the molding process more sustainable. We shape materials into high-quality and high-performance products. We form value through combined effort with our customers and stakeholders.

What We Need:

We are looking for an experienced Process Engineer/Tooling Manager to join McCLARIN Composites. The Process Engineer/Tooling Manager is responsible for production process integrity and leading Continuous Improvement efforts through a combined focus on Manufacturing, Quality & Engineering concerns. This position will be on-site in Wapato, WA.

A Day in the Life of:

• Create work instructions for specific processes and products
• Audits processes to work instructions and ensure consistency through process audits
• Assists NPD process with FMEA activities in support of manufacturing
• Assists work cell designs, equipment needs, and process layout in support of successful launch to production
• Drives Continuous Improvement through participation in SQDC huddles in support of employee ideas
• Develop better handling methods to reduce part damage and rework
• Strategic planning for quality, goal setting and improve effectiveness of quality
• Review and modify current production methods to reduce rework and increase production efficiency
• Verify the correct production processes and procedures are being performed
• Develop written work instructions and standard operating procedures
• Generate monthly reports related to the cost of poor quality, defect issues – PPM, open complaints and part return
• Assist with root cause failure analysis (RCFA)
• Occasionally inspect products to ensure conformance to requirements

What Makes You Qualified:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Process, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering
• 3-5 years direct manufacturing experience

Must Haves:

• Experience in Lean manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen or other Continuous Improvement tools.
• Proficient in CAD (SolidWorks) software as well as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to use various inspection equipment such as micrometers, calipers and height gauge.
• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret shop prints and drawings, general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, customers and the general public.
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.
• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

So, What’s in It for You?

• Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, AD&D, Life and 401(k)
• A culture of Optimism, Respect, Transparency, Inclusion, Servant Leadership, Purposeful Engagement, Accountability, Mutual Benefit, and Self-Actualization
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 9 paid holidays and 1 personal day

Who We Are:

McCLARIN Composites provide the future-forward pathway for transformation in mobility, transport, energy, agriculture, housing and the built environment. Since our founding in 1953, the world has changed significantly. We believe it is our responsibility to lead with purpose – not just in composites - but also in our communities and the environment. We gather the signals of our employees, customers, market and society to guide us. From these signals, we develop disruptive products from concept to commercialization with the lightest sustainable footprint.

McCLARIN Composites is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We promote and celebrate a diverse workforce and do not tolerate any discrimination. We are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, age, sex, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, Aboriginal/Native American status, protected veterans’ status or any other legally protected factors. Disability-related accommodation during the application and interview process are available upon request. Should you require an accommodation with our hiring process please send an email to hr@mcclarincomposites.com. All potential hires are subject to pre-employment checks which include but are not limited to background checks and drug screenings.