Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

As an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer, you are a specialized professional who applies experience of manufacturing processes to improve production, reduce costs, and improve product quality. You work across multiple areas like New Product Introduction (NPI), process development, and automation, collaborating with other teams to ensure efficient manufacturing operations. You will work out of the Ennis, Texas facility and report to the Engineering Manager.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the development, implementation, and evaluation of new production materials, equipment, and technologies before conducting mass production.
• Work with Engineering and Operations to define, develop and implement capital projects to support goals and facilitate continuous improvement.
• Work directly with Operators, Maintenance personnel and Supervisors to diagnose, troubleshoot and correct or improve processes, automation and equipment molding.
• Conduct technical feasibility tests
• Design, procure and implement process equipment and tooling for maintenance replacements and new / improved product projects.
• Considered an operational, maintenance process and engineering expert in process related manufacturing, I will generally coordinate with Plant Management. My goal is to deliver continuous improvement of Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost in the designated and/or assigned areas.
• Have a thorough understanding of process control systems and technologies to complete the assignments of the job.
• Select and communicate with vendors to determine product specifications.

Qualifications:

• Four (4) year Engineering, or Advanced Engineering degree.
• Experience with PLC and control system applications including automated process equipment competencies.
• Six-Sigma or similar Quality and Process Improvement implementation.
• Experience with AutoCAD or 3D design software. Ability to read or create electrical and mechanical schematics.
• Demonstrated good communication skills. Experience managing large projects or processes with limited oversight from manager.

How we work: At PPG, we bring teams together to accelerate collaboration and career development, with in-person work Monday through Thursday and the opportunity to work remotely on Flexible Fridays. Schedules may vary by location.

About us: 

PPG: WE PROTECT AND BEAUTIFY THE WORLD™ 

Through leadership in innovation, sustainability and color, PPG helps customers in industrial, transportation, consumer products, and construction markets and aftermarkets to enhance more surfaces in more ways than does any other company. To learn more, visit www.ppg.com and follow @PPG on X. 

The PPG Way 2030  

We are customer champions 

Proactive. Bold. Trustworthy. Everything we do starts with our customers. We listen, move fast and don’t stop until we solve their biggest challenges. When our customers win, we all grow. 

We act with purpose and speed 

Agile. Data-driven. Empowered. We take smart risks to stay ahead of the competition. We work proactively with agility, using quality data to develop solutions that create value.  

We are excellent operators 

Productive. Collaborative. Accountable. No matter our role, we identify problems, take ownership and always bring solutions. We are both proactive and responsive to drive continuous improvement and deliver results. We support our frontline, the faces of PPG to our customers.   

We compete to win 

Future-focused. Driven. Ambitious. We are passionate about growing our business and winning with our customers. We deliver results, embrace new technologies and leverage agility and speed as strengths. 

We are PPG proud 

Strong. United. Passionate. We work safely, act with integrity and value our diverse perspectives. We celebrate achievements and take pride in the positive impact we create together to protect and beautify the world. 

At PPG we use AI in the hiring process to make the process more efficient. AI tools do not make hiring decisions. You can learn more by going to  https://careers.ppg.com/us/en/candidate-resources.  

PPG provides equal opportunity to all candidates and employees. We offer an opportunity to grow and develop your career in an environment that provides a fulfilling workplace for employees, creates an environment for continuous learning, and embraces the ideas and diversity of others. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, pregnancy, race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability status, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression.  

If you need an adjustment due to a disability, please email recruiting@ppg.com. 

PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.  
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.  Benefits will be discussed with you by your recruiter during the hiring process. 

PPG values your feedback on our recruiting process. We encourage you to visit Glassdoor.com and provide feedback on the process, so that we can do better today than yesterday.