Process Engineer​/Unit Lead

Process Engineer /Unit Lead

Date:
Sep 2, 2026

Location:

Carpentersville, IL

Company:
Polynt Group

About Polynt Composites USA:
Polynt Composites USA is a global leader in the manufacturing of composites, coatings, and chemical intermediates, serving key industries such as industrial, transportation, construction, marine, medical, and consumer goods.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide support as necessary for troubleshooting, project development / evaluation, process improvement, and any issue requiring expertise.
• Assist with the site capital process by scoping/implementing capital projects.
• Lead the site quality meeting
• Odd lot formula development and assisting rework management
• Provide statistical data for key products on a site and corporate level, to help determine fitness-for-customer use.
• Act as an advisor to site personnel and business management, related to certain business strategies.
• Coordinate and implement the site scale up process.
• Interface with the R&D organization to provide feedback to R&D to validate manufacturing capability, and to ensure that the necessary manufacturing requirements are met by R&D.
• Ensure new raw material, regulation, HSE, etc. needs are addressed during the new product/process development phase.
• Develop audit schedule and coordinate internal audits
• Follow to conclusion all nonconformance's and opportunities for improvement items.
• Plan and prepare plant for all BSI audits.
• Interact with BSI auditors to plan audits and file all BSI reports
• Maintain the ISO Etool

Education and Experience:

• B.S. degree in Chemical Engineering
• 5 – 10 years experience in a chemical processing environment
• Process troubleshooting skills
• Scale-up of new products from lab scale to production and from one site to another
• Experience in an ISO 9001 environment
• Experience with quality programs and quality control
• Experience with capital projects a plus
• Strong computer capabilities including Microsoft Excel and Office and SAP
• Ability to communicate effectively, both written and oral, and to interface with multiple levels of the organization
• Self motivated and flexible individual with excellent organizational skills
• Ability to function well in a team environment

Work Environment Considerations:
This job is not appropriate for individuals with chemical sensitivity. Employees who display sensitivity to the chemicals present at the site despite using standard required safety measures may be subject to reassignment or termination of employment.

Why You'll Love Working Here:
Polynt fosters a culture of innovation, teamwork, and professional growth. Employees have diverse opportunities for career progression and development in a global environment that covers multiple sectors and application areas.

Why Join Us? At Polynt, we believe our employees are our greatest asset. We offer a stable, growth-driven work environment with competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Sick Leave
• 401(k) with Company Match and Profit Sharing
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (PPO, HSA, FSA)
• Company-Paid Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Performance-Based Bonus Opportunities

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Polynt Composites USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local laws.

Salary: 100k
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