Process Engineering Technician I

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide immediate technical support to manufacturing and clarify production process specification requirements to ensure accurate and efficient production.

• Assist in measuring and improving yield, efficiency, and capacity of manufacturing equipment and processes.

• Document, modify, and maintain manufacturing related procedures.

• Manage the procurement of assembly process tools.

• Train operators and support staff as needed.

• Follow and apply SEL Values, Principles of Operations, and World Class Manufacturing Principles.

• Understand. Create. Simplify.

• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Two-year technical degree or equivalent experience

• Familiarity with the manufacturing equipment relevant to the role

• Basic computer skills including familiarity with windows-based programs such as Microsoft productivity tools (e.g., Excel, Word, SQL)

• Strong writing, documentation, and speaking skills

• Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities

• Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

• Background check results satisfactory to SEL

• Negative drug test result(s)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience troubleshooting process and machinery problems

• Experience writing and/or conducting Design of Experiments

• Experience programming and maintaining automated manufacturing equipment and machinery

• Experience preparing materials cross-sections for microscopic analysis

• Working knowledge of basic analog and digital electronics

Physical Requirements

• Lift and maneuver 40 pounds

• Pull weight from high/low shelves

• Reach

• Bend

• Grip

• Twist

• Sit and/or stand at least 8 hours

• Fine finger dexterity

Competitive pay. Superior benefits. Inspiring work.

People are at the core of our company and we hire employee-owners. We welcome you to learn more about how we support employees.

• We’re 100% employee owned. Retirement benefits include an employer funded stock ownership plan (ESOP) and personal 401(k) options.

• We offer top tier medical, prescription, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance.

• We recognize the importance of a healthy life balance and offer: 10 paid holidays, annual vacation accrual starting at 12 days, 9 paid sick days, and paid family and medical leave that covers 90% of your pay.

• We foster growth and development of our employees through avenues such as STEM courses, apprenticeships, tuition assistance, and engineering development programs.  

• Ask our team about other benefits including wellness, fertility, adoption, and flexible spending benefits.

Pay Range Data - $32.88 - $48.60 per hour

We set starting pay based on job-related factors such as your experience, training, knowledge, and skills. We are looking to fill this position at a level 1, and we welcome applicants with a range of experience. Depending on your background, we may consider you for a different level, with compensation aligned accordingly.

Lewiston, ID – This position is located in Lewiston, ID where you'll enjoy an unmatched quality of life. Enjoy the smaller town life: country space, freedom from traffic, easy access to recreational activities in nearby mountains, rivers, and forests, as well as great schools and universities.​

Communication with Applicants 

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SEL is an Equal Opportunity Employer: Vets/Disabled.