{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"56ba714a4d00d550789263a6","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/56ba714a4d00d550789263a6","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/56ba714a4d00d550789263a6","title":"Process Engineer II","description":"The Opportunity:\nAvantor is looking for a Process Engineer II to be responsible for all phases of assigned silicone manufacturing process improvement projects, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost.\nThey will implement process improvements to meet quality standards, perform complex data analysis, safety evaluations, feasibility studies, solve problems, and create necessary documentation and aides in communication to personnel.\nThis role will be a full-time position based onsite at our Carpinteria, CA office.\nWhat we’re looking for:\nEducation:\nBachelor’s of Science degree in chemical or materials engineering or in chemistry with an emphasis on data science, is required. An MS in related fields is preferred, along with working knowledge in statistics.\nExperience Required:\nMinimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.\nEngineering background, including expertise in chemical process control, data loggers, data mining, and analysis.\nHands-on experience, familiarity with A3 or similar project management, and the ability to acquire advanced silicone chemistry knowledge are essential.\nAdditional Qualifications:\nPrior experience in design and transfer design input for manufacturability is preferred.\nProficiency in Microsoft Suite, specifically Excel, VBA, Python, Copilot, Chat GBT 4 and MiniTab required, SAP experience, advanced AI and coding skills preferred.\nExperience in silicone manufacturing and silicone chemistry preferred.\nApplied engineering experience in a GMP manufacturing environment and working knowledge in Six Sigma, Lean Management, OSHA standards and problem-solving techniques preferred.\nMust possess excellent communication, and project presentation skills, be detail oriented, and flexible to work on multiple projects simultaneously.\nBilingual in Spanish preferred.\nMust be a collaborative team player comfortable working on the manufacturing floor when needed and performing simple calculations on the spot.\nHow you will thrive and create an impact:\nProvide technical process ownership to core manufacturing processes, further develops process methods, equipment, and support infrastructure to optimize production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs and quality performance using advanced data science skills.\nDevelop new manufacturing processes and assess the adequacy of equipment to meet ever changing market/manufacturing demands.\nProvide operational leadership by managing the Process Design & Detail Engineering including performing process simulations, design calculations, Process Optimization, sizing & selection of equipment etc. Review of specifications, datasheets, and installation.\nInteract with customers, internal team members and vendors to develop process and equipment specifications.\nPrepare qualification reports, flow diagrams, and charts on research data and information.\nImplement and maintain appropriate engineering records consistent with cGMP and ISO regulations for production of silicone materials.\nDevelop, implement and sustain reliability best practices to reduce unscheduled maintenance downtime and costs.\nWork closely with engineers/production staff. quality staff to monitor and improve the efficiency, output and safety of the plant.\nOptimize preventative and predictive maintenance programs, including Safety, Environmental, and Quality critical process control.\nAnalyze downtime to identify chronic/sporadic failures and lead reliability improvement efforts.\nMake observations and take measurements directly, as well as collecting and interpreting data from the other technical and operating staff involved.\nMonitor data loggers, SPC charts, trends, nonconformances and analyses manufacturing data for process improvements.\nLead RCFE (Root Cause Failure Elimination) process to identify root cause and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence ensuring that all aspects of an operation or process meet specified regulations.\nDevelop and utilize key reliability metrics to consistently measure performance.\nMay provide long-range planning for the facility and equipment needs, including capital and major repairs.\nSupport manufacturing and maintenance efforts as needed by the operation.\nManage multiple projects as deemed necessary based on requirements.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nDisclaimer:\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.\nWhy Avantor?\nDare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.\n\nThe work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.\n\nWe are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!\nPay Transparency:\nThe expected pre-tax pay for this position is\n$82,000.00 - $137,000.00\nActual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.\nEEO Statement:\nWe are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.\nIf you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at\nrecruiting@avantorsciences.com\nand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.\nFor more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the\nEqual Employment Opportunity is THE LAW Poster\n,\nEEO is the Law Poster Supplement\n, and\nPay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision\n.\n3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:\nBy submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.","company":"Avantor","rawCompany":"avantor","city":"Carpinteria","state":"CA","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T20:32:17.296Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.00","title":"Industrial Engineers","slug":"industrial-engineers"},{"code":"17-2041.00","title":"Chemical Engineers","slug":"chemical-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"326291","title":"Rubber Product Manufacturing for Mechanical Use","slug":"rubber-product-manufacturing-for-mechanical-use"},{"code":"339991","title":"Gasket, Packing, and Sealing Device Manufacturing","slug":"gasket-packing-and-sealing-device-manufacturing"},{"code":"325211","title":"Plastics Material and Resin Manufacturing","slug":"plastics-material-and-resin-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Process Engineer II","description":"The Opportunity:\nAvantor is looking for a Process Engineer II to be responsible for all phases of assigned silicone manufacturing process improvement projects, ensuring the successful conclusion of all phases within an appropriate time and at appropriate cost.\nThey will implement process improvements to meet quality standards, perform complex data analysis, safety evaluations, feasibility studies, solve problems, and create necessary documentation and aides in communication to personnel.\nThis role will be a full-time position based onsite at our Carpinteria, CA office.\nWhat we’re looking for:\nEducation:\nBachelor’s of Science degree in chemical or materials engineering or in chemistry with an emphasis on data science, is required. An MS in related fields is preferred, along with working knowledge in statistics.\nExperience Required:\nMinimum of 4 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.\nEngineering background, including expertise in chemical process control, data loggers, data mining, and analysis.\nHands-on experience, familiarity with A3 or similar project management, and the ability to acquire advanced silicone chemistry knowledge are essential.\nAdditional Qualifications:\nPrior experience in design and transfer design input for manufacturability is preferred.\nProficiency in Microsoft Suite, specifically Excel, VBA, Python, Copilot, Chat GBT 4 and MiniTab required, SAP experience, advanced AI and coding skills preferred.\nExperience in silicone manufacturing and silicone chemistry preferred.\nApplied engineering experience in a GMP manufacturing environment and working knowledge in Six Sigma, Lean Management, OSHA standards and problem-solving techniques preferred.\nMust possess excellent communication, and project presentation skills, be detail oriented, and flexible to work on multiple projects simultaneously.\nBilingual in Spanish preferred.\nMust be a collaborative team player comfortable working on the manufacturing floor when needed and performing simple calculations on the spot.\nHow you will thrive and create an impact:\nProvide technical process ownership to core manufacturing processes, further develops process methods, equipment, and support infrastructure to optimize production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs and quality performance using advanced data science skills.\nDevelop new manufacturing processes and assess the adequacy of equipment to meet ever changing market/manufacturing demands.\nProvide operational leadership by managing the Process Design & Detail Engineering including performing process simulations, design calculations, Process Optimization, sizing & selection of equipment etc. Review of specifications, datasheets, and installation.\nInteract with customers, internal team members and vendors to develop process and equipment specifications.\nPrepare qualification reports, flow diagrams, and charts on research data and information.\nImplement and maintain appropriate engineering records consistent with cGMP and ISO regulations for production of silicone materials.\nDevelop, implement and sustain reliability best practices to reduce unscheduled maintenance downtime and costs.\nWork closely with engineers/production staff. quality staff to monitor and improve the efficiency, output and safety of the plant.\nOptimize preventative and predictive maintenance programs, including Safety, Environmental, and Quality critical process control.\nAnalyze downtime to identify chronic/sporadic failures and lead reliability improvement efforts.\nMake observations and take measurements directly, as well as collecting and interpreting data from the other technical and operating staff involved.\nMonitor data loggers, SPC charts, trends, nonconformances and analyses manufacturing data for process improvements.\nLead RCFE (Root Cause Failure Elimination) process to identify root cause and implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence ensuring that all aspects of an operation or process meet specified regulations.\nDevelop and utilize key reliability metrics to consistently measure performance.\nMay provide long-range planning for the facility and equipment needs, including capital and major repairs.\nSupport manufacturing and maintenance efforts as needed by the operation.\nManage multiple projects as deemed necessary based on requirements.\nPerform other duties as assigned.\nDisclaimer:\nThe above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.\nWhy Avantor?\nDare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.\n\nThe work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.\n\nWe are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!\nPay Transparency:\nThe expected pre-tax pay for this position is\n$82,000.00 - $137,000.00\nActual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.\nEEO Statement:\nWe are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.\nIf you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at\nrecruiting@avantorsciences.com\nand let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.\nFor more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the\nEqual Employment Opportunity is THE LAW Poster\n,\nEEO is the Law Poster Supplement\n, and\nPay Transparency Non-Discrimination Provision\n.\n3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:\nBy submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. 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