Gates Corporation
Process Engineer
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Manufacturing Engineer - Continuous Improvement (Gates Corporate)
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
About Gates
Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.
Think belts and hoses—found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, and 3D printers, just to name a few. Because why not do it all?
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Reporting directly to the Operations Manager, the Manufacturing Engineer – Continuous Improvement will be responsible for:
- Developing, improving, and optimising manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, safe, and cost-effective production
- Supporting continuous improvement initiatives, quality enhancement, and the successful introduction of new processes and equipment into production
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Identification, planning, implementation, and documentation of new processes and equipment
- Driving and implementing a Continuous Improvement culture for the manufacturing facility/business
- Ensuring all processes comply with and are maintained to current safety standards
- Identifying and implementing improvements for manual or machine-based processes
- Developing and maintaining measures of equipment and process performance
- Supporting training in new processes and equipment
- Project managing the implementation of new equipment or processes
- Producing, monitoring, and justifying CAPEX requests
- Designing small to medium items of equipment, production aids, and tools
- Identifying and implementing improvements to plant, equipment, and buildings to relevant industry standards and requirements
- Identifying, selecting, and developing new suppliers/contractors for associated activities
- Collaboratively exercising judgment to determine adaptations in methods for nonroutine tasks
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Key to Success
- Applies general business knowledge gained through education or past experience
- Supervisory Responsibilities: Assigns tasks to and coordinates work with entry-level engineers, technicians, or administrative staff
- Ensures quality of personal and team output while adhering to company guidelines and policies
Requirements and Preferred Skills
- 2–4 years of experience in an Engineer, Process Engineer, or Project Manager role within a manufacturing-facing environment
- Degree in engineering or a related technical field (e.g. HNC in a relevant Engineering subject) or equivalent work experience
- A Green Belt qualification in Six Sigma, or equivalent Continuous Improvement certification, would be advantageous
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Why Join Gates?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. We operate across multiple time zones but work as "One Gates", driven by a shared mission to push the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, offering real-world experience to tackle today’s diverse challenges while anticipating tomorrow’s needs.
Work Environment
Gates is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all applicants and employees based on job-related criteria. We prohibit discrimination based on race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
Physical Demands:
- Work environment typically involves moderate to loud noise levels
- Temperatures may vary significantly due to weather conditions, potentially reaching extremes
- Follows OSHA standards and enforce use of steel-toed shoes, safety glasses, and hard hats
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