Process Engineering Technician

About Us

Gasser Chair is a distinguished leader in the design and manufacturing of premium seating solutions, proudly trusted by some of the world's most iconic brands, including Wynn, Caesars, Ritz-Carlton, and Hilton. Founded in 1946, we are a third-generation, family-owned company with a rich history of quality, innovation, and customer focus.

To learn more about our company and products, visit www.gasserchair.com.

Position Overview

Gasser Chair is seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Process Engineering Technician to support the development, documentation, and improvement of manufacturing processes used to produce our custom seating products.

This role bridges engineering and daily manufacturing operations. The Process Engineering Technician will conduct time studies, collect and analyze process data, develop standard work, support production trials, troubleshoot process issues, and help implement approved improvements that strengthen safety, quality, consistency, and efficiency.

The Process Engineering Technician will report to the Engineering Manager and work closely with production leadership, quality, maintenance, and engineering team members. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving practical problems on the manufacturing floor and seeing process improvements make a real impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Routing and BOM Management: Create, maintain, and audit manufacturing routings and bills of materials (BOMs) within the ERP system to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with engineering documentation and actual production processes.
• Process Documentation: Develop, maintain, and continuously improve manufacturing process documentation, including work instructions, process sheets, setup instructions, photographs, quality requirements, and other documentation necessary to clearly define how products are manufactured.
• Production Process Verification: Spend significant time on the production floor observing and verifying manufacturing processes to ensure documented routings, BOMs, work instructions, materials, tooling, and production methods accurately reflect actual and intended manufacturing practices.
• Time Studies and Process Analysis: Conduct time and motion studies, document cycle and setup times, and assist in establishing accurate labor standards. Evaluate production processes to identify opportunities for improved efficiency, quality, consistency, ergonomics, and material flow.
• Process Engineering Support: Assist Engineering and Manufacturing with the evaluation, development, testing, and implementation of new or revised manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, fixtures, and production methods.
• New Product and Engineering Change Support: Support new product introductions, first articles, engineering changes, and production launches by verifying BOMs, routings, documentation, tooling, and manufacturing processes prior to and during implementation.
• Continuous Improvement: Support Lean manufacturing, 5S, waste reduction, workstation improvements, and other continuous improvement initiatives that improve safety, quality, productivity, material utilization, and manufacturing flow.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Engineering Technology, Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively across departments and with external stakeholders.
• Proficient in ERP systems, networked computers, and Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Experience with CAD software, Autodesk Inventor, a plus.
• Highly detail-oriented and quality-focused, with strong organizational and multitasking abilities.

Physical Requirements

This position requires regular work in both office and manufacturing environments. The employee must be able to stand, walk, bend, reach, and move throughout the facility, as well as use computers, measuring devices, tools, and manufacturing systems. Occasional lifting and carrying of materials, tools, or equipment up to 25 pounds may be required. Personal protective equipment must be worn as required.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Short-term disability
• Long-term disability
• Tuition reimbursement

Gasser Chair Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to legally protected characteristics. Gasser Chair Company complies with all laws and regulations related to verifying employment eligibility and is an E-Verify employer.