Process Engineering Technician (2nd Shift)
Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories · Nampa, ID
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (industrial) in Nampa, ID. Document, modify, and maintain manufacturing related procedures.
- They ask for
- degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- DOE
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
- Openings
- 2 with this title at this site
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How this role compares
Against 17 other live process postings in Idaho.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Typical $89k–$134k, from 5 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 10+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Root cause 28%
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Pick 2–3 people on the Process team at Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories
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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?
- How does off-shift and weekend coverage work?
- How did you land the job? What stood out in your interviews?
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This plant: Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories in Nampa
7 other open roles at this site · 8 people we found on the process team.
- Process Engineer · Process
- Mechanical Engineering Technician · Reliability
- Process Engineering Technician I · Process
- Senior Engineering Technician · Manufacturing · Senior
- Lead Quality Engineer · Quality · Manager
- Process & Maintenance Supervisor · Reliability · Supervisor
Full description from Schweitzer Engineering LaboratoriesAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
1. Provide immediate technical support to manufacturing and clarify production process specification
requirements
to ensure accurate and efficient production.
2. Assist in measuring and improving yield, efficiency, and capacity of manufacturing equipment and processes.
3. Document, modify, and maintain manufacturing related procedures.
4. Manage the procurement of assembly process tools.
5. Train operators and support staff as needed.
6. Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.
7. Understand. Create. Simplify.
8. Other duties as assigned.
Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience
Familiarity with the manufacturing equipment relevant to the role
Basic computer skills including familiarity with windows-based programs such as Microsoft productivity tools (e.g., Excel, Word, SQL)
Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Ability to learn new skills and assume new
responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment
Background check results satisfactory to SEL
Negative drug test result(s)
Experience writing and/or conducting Design of Experiments
Experience programming and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment and machinery
Experience preparing materials cross-sections for microscopic analysis
Working knowledge of basic analog and digital electronics
Physical
Requirements
Lift and maneuver 40 pounds
Pull weight from high/low shelves
Reach
Bend
Grip
Twist
Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours
Fine finger dexterity
Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.
People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.
- ✓We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.
- ✓We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.
- ✓We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.
- ✓We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.
- ✓Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.
Location – Nampa, ID
Located in the heart of Idaho's Treasure Valley, Nampa offers a high quality of life with access to outdoor recreation, a strong sense of community, and a growing economy. Residents enjoy nearby lakes, rivers, mountains, and year round outdoor activities while benefiting from the amenities of the greater Boise metropolitan area.
Travel
Must be willing and able to travel extensively during the first 6–12 months of employment while the facility is under development. Travel will primarily be to SEL manufacturing facilities in Pullman, Washington and Lewiston, Idaho for training, process familiarization, and relationship building. Travel is expected to occur in multiweek increments and may total approximately 8–12 weeks or more based on business needs and facility startup activities.
Pay Range Data - $34.81-$51.39 (+$5.00 per hour shift differential)
responsibilities
of the role. Starting pay is determined individually and considers factors such as relevant experience, skills, knowledge, and training. Candidates may be considered at different levels based on their background. As a result, pay may vary to align with the level of the role.
Communication with Applicants
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