Process Engineer
Company: Nesco Resource
Location: Hickory
Posted on: July 1, 2025
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Job Description:
- Location: Hickory/Newton, NC - Education: BS in chemical,
mechanical, materials, statistics, industrial engineering. (BS is a
hard requirement). - Minimum Experience: 5 Years. Experience in
fiber or cable manufacturing is a plus. Manufacturing experience is
preferred. - Preference is for candidates to reside locally. Top
preference will be given to those candidates. Candidates who live
outside the area and are willing to relocate at their own
experience may be considered, but are not preferred. - Interview
Process: 1st interview will be 30 min teams meeting with 3-4
engineers. 2nd interview will be onsite. Scope of Position: A
senior process engineer responsible for providing hands-on support
for identifying and implementing process improvements for Single &
Tandem Flow Ribbon production lines. Member of Process Improvement
Team collaborating with a diverse team (mechanical, electrical,
controls, facilities, IT, operations, etc.) in a high-speed cable
manufacturing setting. Design & execute experiments, analyze data,
present results & recommendations Analyze data sets to identify
relationships/capabilities for line performance Support Tandem
lines in pilot production phase Requirements: Experience with
high-speed optical fiber cable manufacturing equipment is a plus
(jacketing, ribbon stranding, buffering) Effective technical
leadership, organization, and planning skills, with ability to
handle changing priorities. Creative/innovative problem solving.
Experience in successfully completing projects in a manufacturing
environment. Excellent Analytical Skills - Decision-making based on
data. Must be a self-starter, able to work in team environment and
motivate others. Strong data analysis, interpretation,
visualization, and problem-solving skills Proficiency in using
software packages such as JMP, Minitab and Power-BI to analyze and
display data. Excellent communications, interpersonal and
influencing skills. Ability to collaborate and work with diverse
teams (skills, gender, culture, race, etc.) Capable of multitasking
Skills and experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and
Design of Experiments (DoE) methods. Demonstrated technical
expertise in process improvement Key Responsibilities: Supports
manufacturing process improvements, variability reduction, defect
reduction, process control, throughput improvements and 6-Sigma
initiatives. Supports problem-solving in manufacturing, including
root cause identification and resolution. Applies knowledge of
engineering principles and methods to resolve challenges.
Demonstrates personal use of engineering tools and methodologies
such as 6-Sigma, TRIZ, KT-PA, MEE, etc. to understand and address
root causes of production issues. Conducts experimentation to
expand process understanding and support technology deployment.
Lead and/or supports in the development of standard work
documentation to include SOPs, SOS, Job Aids and Training
Documentation. Ensures safe work practices. Travel Requirements:
Position will be based in Hickory, NC area. Work Schedule: Typical
40 hours per week. May require working weekends/holidays or longer
days to support project schedule. Nesco Resource offers a
comprehensive benefits package for our associates, which includes a
MEC (Minimum Essential Coverage) plan that encompasses Medical,
Vision, Dental, 401K, and EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
services. Nesco Resource provides equal employment opportunities to
all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state, or local laws.
Keywords: Nesco Resource, High Point , Process Engineer, Manufacturing , Hickory, North Carolina
