Process Engineer

1010 W Hanna Ave, Indianapolis, IN 46217, USA

Posted Friday, July 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

The Process Engineer is responsible for ensuring the consistent production of high-quality Blue Polymers products through the effective implementation of Process Control Plans, Standard Operating Conditions (SOCs), and standardized manufacturing practices. This role drives continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, yield optimization, and equipment reliability. Working closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Commercial teams, the Process Engineer utilizes data analysis, root cause investigation, and hands‑on equipment and process troubleshooting to improve manufacturing performance, reduce waste, and enhance product consistency.

Success in this role is measured by improvements in quality metrics, production efficiency, process capability, customer satisfaction, and overall operational excellence.

• Promote and transfer best process, equipment, and operational practices across all production lines.
• Partner with the Safety Team and/or designated representative as necessary, to evaluate and update PPE requirements and safe work practices.
• Implement and monitor environmental controls to prevent pollution, contamination, and regulatory non‑compliance.
• Identify and mitigate equipment, process, and operational hazards through proactive troubleshooting and corrective actions.
• Ensure all machine adjustments, repairs, and troubleshooting activities are performed in accordance with established safety procedures, including lockout/tagout requirements.

• Ensure customers consistently receive products that meet all formulation, quality, and performance requirements by adhering to Product and Process Control Plans.
• Coordinate with Blue Polymers Commercial Team to ensure customer specifications, expectations, and product requirements are consistently achieved.
• Partner with the Technology Team and Procurement organization to promote standardization and optimization of raw materials whenever feasible.
• Utilize process data, quality metrics, and the Voice of the Customer (internal and external) to identify improvement opportunities, implement corrective actions, and measure effectiveness.
• Investigate product quality concerns, process deviations, and customer complaints using root cause analysis methodologies and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Troubleshoot process and equipment issues impacting product quality, consistency, scrap rates, yield, and customer satisfaction.
• Work directly on production equipment to adjust machine settings, optimize operating parameters, and resolve manufacturing issues that affect quality and productivity.
• Support product trials, process validations, and continuous improvement initiatives designed to improve quality, reduce waste, and increase process capability.

• Troubleshoot production equipment and manufacturing processes to identify and resolve issues impacting safety, quality, productivity, uptime, and yield.
• Work directly with production and maintenance teams to diagnose mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and process‑related problems and implement corrective actions.
• Perform hands‑on adjustments, set‑ups, calibrations, and minor repairs to processing equipment as necessary to restore optimal operating conditions and minimize downtime.
• Analyze equipment failures and process deviations, conduct root cause analyses, and develop sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on improving equipment reliability, process capability, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

• Provide hands‑on support on the production floor, including operating equipment, adjusting machine settings, clearing jams, replacing wear components, and assisting with troubleshooting activities when necessary.
• Respond to production interruptions and equipment malfunctions in a timely manner to minimize downtime and maintain production schedules.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to identify recurring…