Process Engineer at PMX Industries in Cedar Rapids, IA

As a Process Engineer, you’ll play a vital role in developing, implementing, and improving metallurgical and manufacturing processes to support production efficiency and material performance. You will work closely with cross-functional teams—engineering, quality, operations, and maintenance—to drive continuous improvement and solve complex technical challenges related to metal behavior, heat treatment, forming, casting, or welding.

Primary Duties:

• Expected to follow all safety rules and policies and work in a manner that protects themselves and other stakeholders from hazards and injuries.
• Performs process capability studies for all areas of the production process and provide technical support as needed.
• Responsible for the development of new products and processes through process trials.
• Daily review of coil performance in regards to metallurgical properties and quality.
• Maintain database, evaluate data, and report results.
• Initiate and monitor process improvement efforts.
• Any other duties as assigned.

Education/Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering - preferably Metallurgical Engineering, Materials Sciences, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering.
• 3 - 5 years of previous process engineering experience required; background in metals manufacturing or rolling mill environment preferred.

Skill Requirements:

• Statistical/analytical methods for problem solving.
• General understanding of PCs and related software experience.
• Sound communication and organizational skills with the ability to plan work.
• Familiarity with lab testing equipment.
• Must be able to lead cross functional teams to identify root cause of any issues that may arise.

Work Environment:

• Office environment; with frequent time spent in the production facilities.

Schedule:

• Base schedule is a Monday - Friday day shift, but night & weekend work will be required on a regular basis as determined by production needs.

Benefits:

• 401(k) plan
• Retirement plan
• Vacation
• Paid holidays

Insurance:

• Health
• Vision
• Dental
• Disability
  • Short Term
  • Long Term
• Life insurance
  • Employee
  • Dependent

Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug and background screening.

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About the Company:

PMX Industries is the leading supplier of high quality copper and copper alloys in North America.

Since our founding, we have been committed to continually improving our safety and environmental performance through ongoing training and new technology. Safety is a top priority. PMX employees also have an active recycling program of metals, cardboard, plastic, and paper. We believe there are direct links between worker safety, quality systems, environmental performance, and economic success.

Business is conducted in accordance with company policies which are based on respect and accountability. PMX has earned a reputation for integrity and consistently meeting high standards. We support our communities and strive to be good neighbors. We know that business success begins with our employees!

We go far beyond simple compliance with federal and state regulations. We are dedicated to creating value for all that we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to the individual's race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.