Process Engineer III

Shape the Future of Advanced Film Manufacturing

At Mitsubishi Chemical, our film products power applications that matter—from packaging to industrial and specialty uses.

We’re looking for a Process Engineer who thrives in a hands‑on manufacturing environment and is excited to optimize, innovate, and improve high‑speed film production lines.

As a Process Engineer, you’ll be a technical leader on the floor—driving safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements while partnering closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, R&D, and Commercial teams.

• Provide daily technical troubleshooting support for safety, quality, and productivity challenges.
• Analyze and trend process KPIs to drive continuous improvement in safety, yield, efficiency, and cost.
• Develop, update, and sustain process documentation and Standard Operating Conditions (SOCs).
• Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions.

• Proactively identify and implement process and equipment safety improvements.
• Support safe work practices for daily operations.
• Participate in environmental, health, and safety audits to ensure regulatory and company compliance.

• Coordinate and support planned downtime events, process upgrades, and capital projects.
• Support new process development, product commercialization, and trial execution.
• Partner with R&D and Commercial teams to translate innovation into reliable manufacturing processes.

• Train and mentor operators and training personnel on new processes and equipment.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, R&D, and Sales.
• Serve as a trusted technical resource in a team‑based manufacturing culture.

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering, or related discipline.
• 3‑6 years of experience in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Continuous Improvement roles.
• Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Proven troubleshooting, data analysis, and statistical problem‑solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Willingness to provide off‑hours support for a 24/7 manufacturing operation.

• Experience with film processing and film manufacturing equipment.
• Hands‑on experience in high‑speed, continuous manufacturing environments.

• Ownership mindset with a passion for improving how things work.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels.
• Strategic thinker with strong decision‑making capabilities.
• Proficiency with MS Office, data analysis tools, and project management fundamentals.
• Business‑fluent English.

• High‑impact, hands‑on engineering:
  You’ll work directly on film manufacturing lines where your ideas and solutions immediately improve safety, quality, and productivity.
• End‑to‑end ownership:
  From troubleshooting daily issues to supporting capital projects, process upgrades, and new product commercialization, you’ll see your work move from concept to production.
• Advanced film technology:
  Gain exposure to complex film processing equipment and cutting‑edge materials used in diverse, real‑world applications.
• Cross‑functional influence:
  Partner closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, R&D, and Commercial teams—your voice will matter in decisions that shape manufacturing performance.
• Continuous improvement culture:
  Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and data‑driven problem‑solving in an environment that values innovation and practical improvement.
• Career growth and visibility:
  This role offers strong visibility with site leadership and clear pathways for growth within Mitsubishi Chemical’s global organization.
• Safety‑first mindset:
  Be a leader in creating safer processes and systems while working for a company that prioritizes people and sustainability.

Salary range for this position is $80,000-$100,000. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job‑related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting.