Process Engineer
Solvchem Inc. · Pearland, TX
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 3+ years
- Certification
- Black Belt preferred
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Solvchem Inc. (industrial) in Pearland, TX. Analyze existing assembly line workflows to eliminate bottlenecks and reduce cycle times.
- They ask for
- 3+ years · degree required · Black Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, Kaizen, 5S, Value stream mapping
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How this role compares
Against 71 other live process postings in Texas.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Less than usual (3+ vs 4+)
Typical $76k–$120k, from 17 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 4+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 46%
- ✓ Lean 31%
- SPC 25%
- ✓ Six Sigma 24%
- Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ) 24%
- Team leadership 24%
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Stands out: this posting asks for Black Belt, 5S, Value stream mapping, OEE, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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- 1
Pick 2–3 people on the Process team at Solvchem Inc.
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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?
- The posting mentions a Black Belt. Does the company sponsor certification?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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One page of before-and-after numbers from projects you led: scrap, OEE, cycle time, cost. Plant managers hire on results.
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Requirements
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Responsibilities
- ◆Analyze existing assembly line workflows to eliminate bottlenecks and reduce cycle times.
- ◆Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping) to minimize waste.
- ◆Conduct time and motion studies to establish standard work instructions and line balancing.
- ◆Design, evaluate, and implement assembly tooling, fixtures, and automated equipment.
- ◆Collaborate with automation engineers to integrate robotics, sensors, and PLC systems into the assembly line.
- ◆Oversee the installation, commissioning, and qualification of new manufacturing equipment.
- ◆Identify root causes of production defects using tools like FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) and 6M problem-solving.
- ◆Establish and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and scrap rates.
- ◆Work closely with the Quality Assurance team to ensure products meet regulatory and internal standards.
- ◆Create and maintain detailed standard operating procedures (SOPs), manufacturing routing, and rework instructions.
- ◆Train assembly line operators and technicians on new processes, tooling, and safety protocols.
Requirements
- ✓Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field, required.
- ✓0-3 years of experience as a process or manufacturing engineer, specifically within a high-volume assembly line environment.
- ✓Ability to work on-site in Greater Houston, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and communicate clearly in both technical and non-technical contexts.
- ✓Bilingual in English and Spanish is highly preferred.
- ✓Certifications in Lean Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt) are highly preferred.
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Description
The mission of the Process Engineer is to design, optimize, standardize, and continuously improve manufacturing assembly processes to increase efficiency, improve product quality, reduce waste and operating costs, enhance safety, and support reliable production performance. This role analyzes production data, applies Lean and Six Sigma principles, develops standardized processes, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to improve equipment, automation, workflows, and overall assembly line effectiveness.
Preferred Background
- +Experience in a high-volume assembly line or manufacturing environment highly preferred.
- +Experience in chemical manufacturing, distribution, or related industrial environment, with familiarity with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards (e.g., OSHA, EPA, NACD Responsible Distribution) highly preferred.
- +Experience applying Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or process optimization methodologies highly preferred.
- +Experience with automation, robotics, sensors, and PLC control systems preferred.
- +Experience with data analysis software, including Minitab or similar analytical tools, preferred.
- +Experience with ERP, MES, or related manufacturing business systems preferred.
- +Experience developing SOPs, work instructions, manufacturing routings, or process documentation preferred.
Desired Skills and Competencies
- +Advanced Analytical Skills to interpret data, diagnose process issues, conduct root cause analysis, and recommend effective process improvements.
- +Proficiency in Process Design and Process Control, including developing process flow diagrams, specifying equipment, and establishing control strategies for safe and reliable operation.
- +Demonstrated problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and capability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
- +Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, line balancing, standard work, Lean principles, and continuous improvement methods.
- +Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand equipment, tooling, automation, and manufacturing process requirements.
- +Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
- +Ability to collaborate effectively with production employees, technicians, engineers, managers, and cross-functional stakeholders.
- +Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- +Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic manufacturing environment.
- +Strong attention to detail with a commitment to safety, quality, accuracy, and continuous improvement.
- +Proactive disposition with strong initiative, follow-through, adaptability, and willingness to take ownership of process improvement opportunities.