Senior Paint Process Engineer
Apogee Enterprises · Rothschild, WI
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Process
- Travel
- Includes overnights
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Certification
- Black Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 19 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior process role at Apogee Enterprises (industrial) in Rothschild, WI. Lead multi-site or enterprise process improvement and new process introduction initiatives.
- They ask for
- 8+ years · degree required · Black Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Six Sigma, Black Belt
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage · overnight travel
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How this role compares
Against 21 other live process postings in Wisconsin.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (8+ vs 5+)
Typical $82k–$107k, from 8 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- FMEA 36%
- FDA / GMP 36%
- Root cause 32%
- ✓ Six Sigma 27%
- EHS / safety 23%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Black Belt, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
At a glance
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How to get in at this plant
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Process team at Apogee Enterprises
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- 2
Send a short, curious note
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- 3
Turn a reply into a short call
Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- The posting mentions a Black Belt. Does the company sponsor certification?
- 4
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- 5
Bring proof to the interview
One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
Full description from Apogee EnterprisesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Process Development
- ◆Define and govern enterprise process standards and best practices
- ◆Lead multi-site or enterprise process improvement and new process introduction initiatives
- ◆Serve as top-level SME for core manufacturing technologies
- ◆Data Analysis
- ◆Analyze process and systems data to optimize process results
- ◆Design and implement process monitoring strategy
- ◆Problem Solving
- ◆Lead and support technical problem-solving initiatives with expertise in process and methods
- ◆Project Management
- ◆Support capital strategy, technology roadmap, and risk mitigation
- ◆Lead large scale, multi-faceted capital projects using good project management practices
- ◆Team Collaboration/Mentorship
- ◆Partner with segment leadership to align technical initiatives to business needs
- ◆Mentor and develop process engineering talent
- ◆Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- ◆Expert-level technical knowledge in area of process expertise
- ◆Enterprise and systems-level thinking
- ◆Strong leadership and influence skills
- ◆Ability to translate technical insight into business impact
- ◆Education and Experience
- ◆Education
- ◆Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
- ◆Strong Critical Thinking and Problem Solving
- ◆Project management (PMP or PMO) certificate preferred
- ◆Six Sigma Black Belt preferred
- ◆Experience
- ◆8+ years of process engineering experience
- ◆5+ years of experience in area of process expertise
- ◆3+ years of large-scale project management experience
- ◆Multi-site project and support experience preferred
- ◆Core area of technical expertise which enables the ability to develop, lead, and implement new products, processes, and technologies.
- ◆Work Environment/Travel
Requirements
- ✓Frequent exposure to manufacturing environment.
- ✓Extended periods of office work on a computer and in team meetings.
- ✓Regional day travel is expected with this role.
- ✓Overnight travel
requirements
will be variable based on projects and business activities, expected up to 30%
- ✓Physical
Requirements
- ✓Ability to work in both office and manufacturing environments.
- ✓Our Benefits
- ✓We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team.
- ✓Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability)
- ✓Incentive Plans
- ✓401(k) with employer contribution and match
- ✓Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match
- ✓Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time)
- ✓Paid Holidays
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement Program
- ✓Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- ✓Wellness Program
- ✓Training and Career Progression
- ✓By definition, Apogee means "highest point." It's no coincidence that it's also the name of our company. For over 70 years it is a name that has inspired and driven us to achieve a higher level of excellence in all we do. We are not satisfied with the status quo. We aim higher, think bigger, and endeavor to create even more value for every Apogee stakeholder. We strive to create peak value.
- ✓Apogee is a leader in architectural products and services. Our glass and aluminum window, storefront and curtainwall systems make buildings look great, reduce energy consumption, and protect occupants and property. Our highly skilled team designs glass and metal building façades, completes massive orders for skyscrapers on time, and manages complex window, curtainwall and storefront installation projects. We are also a leader in the protection and conservation of all things framed and displayed. Our Tru Vue business provides high-performance glass and acrylic products for the custom framing, fine art, and technical glass markets.
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