Process Engineer

Job Summary:

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, this position works independently or in conjunction with other engineers, value stream leader, production leads, and/or production, and maintenance personnel in analyzing and developing solutions to processes for in the direct support extrusion and converting processes, including the design and development of new processes, modifications of existing processes, cost improvement initiatives, and quality improvement projects. Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following: 

• Working independently or with others to develop improved methods for delivering finished products to our customers.
• Identifies and serves as the primary driver for cost improvement projects to remove costs from current and new operations.
• Serves as the primary technical lead for process and equipment improvement projects.
• Interacts and oversees from a technical perspective equipment modifications, upgrades, and new installations.
• Interacting with customers, T&I, Business Unit Leaders, and other Process Engineering functions, to assist with process issues, quality concerns and assists in identifying new or improved products or methods for delivering value-added products to customers.
• Stay abreast of new equipment / process developments in the Plastics Extrusion field.
• Communicate regularly to share combined knowledge with process engineers in other locations.
• Serves as an expert in troubleshooting manufacturing problems and identify solutions with data-based decision making.
• Develop work instructions and documentation to support standardized work in manufacturing.
• Identify and implement new/improved methods of manufacturing to improve profitability.

Qualifications:

• Education, Experience and Certifications/Training:
  • Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering Required.
  • 5-7 years of experience in Process Engineering
  • Prior experience with varied manufacturing processes such as extrusion, printing, laminating, and converting is a plus
  • Lead Six Sigma and/or SPC formal training or certification is a plus. 

• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Working knowledge of statistics and DMAIC methodology preferred.
  • Working knowledge of statistical techniques and tools, their use and interpretation
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills
  • Self-starter with the ability to work independently (w/ minimum supervision)
  • Ability to multi-task and lead process improvements efforts across multiple areas