Process Engineer

Your Job

Molex is hiring a Process Engineer to support and optimize manufacturing processes critical to the growth of the Printed Circuit Solutions business. The Process Engineer will take ownership of the web-based converting equipment, a key asset in our roll-to-roll (R2R) converting operations. The role involves developing new capabilities, improving existing processes, troubleshooting equipment and process issues, and ensuring safe and efficient operations. The ideal candidate is hands-on, curious, and driven to continuously improve.

Location: This is an onsite role based at our facility in Naperville, IL.

To comply with U.S. export control laws and regulations, this position requires applicants to either provide proof of U.S. citizenship or lawful permanent resident status or be eligible to receive an export authorization (a license) under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations and/or the Export Administration Regulations.

What You Will Do

• Lead day-to-day operations and process optimization of the R2R converting equipment
• Design and refine R2R manufacturing processes to support new product development
• Troubleshoot and resolve equipment and process issues, collaborating with technicians and operators
• Conduct process validation, equipment qualification, and yield analysis
• Recommend and support acquisition and integration of new equipment
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for quality issues
• Train operators and document standard operating procedures
• Support prototyping and experimental runs
• Contribute to Six Sigma, ISO, and EH&S initiatives by following established policies

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or a related Engineering discipline)
• 5+ years in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with roll-to-roll materials processing or converting
• Experience owning a process or equipment line
• Experience implementing new manufacturing methods and training others
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings
• Clear written and verbal communication
• Basic CAD proficiency
• Growth mindset and willingness to challenge the status quo

What Will Put You Ahead

• Hands-on experience with material converting and product assembly
• Strong documentation skills (e.g., RCA reports, process qualifications)
• Familiarity with measuring process outputs and continuous improvement
• Experience with data analysis tools
• Familiarity with RCA, FMEA, and other quality tools

For this role, we anticipate paying $90,000 - $100,000 per year. This role is eligible for variable pay, issued as a monetary bonus or in another form.

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Hiring Philosophy

All Koch companies value diversity of thought, perspectives, aptitudes, experiences, and backgrounds. We are Military Ready and Second Chance employers. Learn more about our hiring philosophy here.

Who We Are

As a Koch company, Molex is a leading supplier of connectors and interconnect components, driving innovation in electronics and supporting industries from automotive to health care and consumer to data communications. The thousands of innovators who work for Molex have made us a global electronics leader. Our experienced people, groundbreaking products and leading-edge technologies help us deliver a wider array of solutions to more markets than ever before.

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Our Benefits

Our goal is for each employee, and their families, to live fulfilling and healthy lives. We provide essential resources and support to build and maintain physical, financial, and emotional strength - focusing on overall wellbeing so you can focus on what matters most. Our benefits plan includes - medical, dental, vision, flexible spending and health savings accounts, life insurance, ADD, disability, retirement, paid vacation/time off, educational assistance, and may also include infertility assistance, paid parental leave and adoption assistance. Specific eligibility criteria is set by the applicable Summary Plan Description, policy or guideline and benefits may vary by geographic region. If you have questions on what benefits apply to you, please speak to your recruiter.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. Except where prohibited by state law, some offers of employment are conditioned upon successfully passing a drug test. This employer uses E-Verify. Please click here for additional information. (For Illinois E-Verify information click here, aqui, or tu).

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