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Process Engineer | Statesville, NC

We are seeking an experienced and forward-thinking Process Engineer to join our Engineering team. This is a pivotal role responsible for optimizing production processes, enhancing operational efficiency, and spearheading manufacturing innovation initiatives. An established facility in Newton, NC and a high-energy startup operation in Statesville, NC. This role will be for our Statesville location.

Location : Statesville, NC

Schedule : Full-time, on-site

Department: Engineering Job Type: Full-Time, Exempt

NanoXplore is a graphene company, a manufacturer and supplier of high-volume graphene powder for use in industrial markets. The Corporation provides standard and custom graphene-enhanced plastic and composite products to various customers in transportation, packaging, electronics, and other industrial sectors. NanoXplore is headquartered in Ville Saint-Laurent, Quebec, with nearly 400 employees supporting manufacturing facilities across Canada, the U.S. and Switzerland. NanoXplore is a publicly traded Company (TSX: GRA and OTCQX: NNXPF)

What You'll Do

• Optimize production processes for safety, quality, cost, and throughput within a dynamic manufacturing environment.
• Develop and implement standardized work instructions, SOPs, and best practices to ensure consistent and efficient plant operations.
• Lead root cause investigations for production issues, equipment failures, and quality concerns-implementing robust corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement (CI) initiatives on the shop floor, including layout redesign, workflow optimization, and waste reduction (5S, Kaizen, DFLT).
• Support equipment selection, installation, and commissioning for new production lines or process upgrades.
• Collaborate daily with operators, supervisors, and maintenance teams to identify process bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.
• Provide hands-on engineering support to resolve real-time production challenges, including troubleshooting equipment, tooling, or process variations.
• Utilize CAD tools to develop production line layouts and tooling designs that enhance manufacturability and reduce setup/changeover times.
• Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, cycle time, downtime, and scrap, using them to inform actionable improvements.
• Train plant personnel on new processes and equipment, ensuring safe and effective adoption across all shifts.

What We're Looking For:

• Collage diploma or bachelor's degree in engineering or a related discipline
• 3-5 years of experience in an OEM or manufacturing environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook, Visio)
• Strong skills in CAD platforms such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CATIA, UG
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills across technical and non-technical audiences
• Proven ability to lead projects independently and within teams
• Must have experience with Composites Compression Molding
• Physical Requirements: Due to business necessity, physical requirements for this job must be met. All candidates MUST demonstrate:
  • The ability to lift up to 40 lbs
  • The ability to bend, stoop or reach with arms, climb or balance; kneel, crouch
  • The ability to wear required PPE

Why You'll Love It Here:

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Career development opportunities and exposure to advanced manufacturing practices
• A collaborative, innovative environment where your ideas matter
• The chance to make a tangible impact on performance, people, and products
• Great People: A team that supports each other and celebrates wins together

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