Process Engineer

Location: Rutherfordton

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Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry on the planet. And we are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead.

Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside. Why don´t you join us?

Do you want to make a lasting difference for our customers and the environment? Start shaping industry from the inside.

Who are we?

Trelleborg’s Engineered Coated Fabrics operation is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions for almost every industry globally. We are where we are because our talents brought us here. By specializing in the polymer engineering that makes innovation and application possible, Trelleborg works closely with leading industry brands to accelerate their performance, drive their business forward—and along the way, shape the industry and progress that will benefit humankind in the exciting years ahead.

Our people are Shaping Industry from the Inside.

About The Job

The Process Engineer will improve manufacturing processes in order to maintain efficiency, reduce cost, exceed customer quality, and maximize profitability. The Process Engineer will be responsible for providing support to the Production and Sales areas as needed.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate manufacturing equipment for capabilities of processing to specification and operator conformance to processing specifications for possible modifications that would improve quality and
• Statistically analyze critical products factors as they relate to product performance against customer
• Collaborate with plant QA and other personnel on supplier related issues that prevent the manufacturing process from producing expected results/materials.
• Collaborate with plant QA and other personnel on corrective actions needed to overcome processing problems
• Support sales through written reports, technical data, laboratory samples and technical assistance through direct customer
• Participate in key customer visits with sales engineers and account managers
• Research and develop new recipes, compounds, fabrics, methods etc.
• Responsible for Material Review Board sign-off authority
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• S. Degree Engineering, Chemistry, or similar technical field
• 2 - 5 years of technical experience in the polymer processing industry
• Experience in polymer compounding, mixing, extrusion, coating, or calendaring preferred.
• Knowledge of Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Statistical Analysis and 5S are a plus
• Excellent technical writing & oral communication skills
• Ability to communicate and work with Sales, Production, Suppliers and Customers

Successful Candidate Will Have Strengths In The Following

• Problem-solving skills
• Detail-oriented.
• Teamwork and collaboration

Travel Requirements

• Occasional travel within U.S., with potential international travel as necessary

Benefits

As a valued Trelleborg team member, you will enjoy:

• Competitive salary
• Generous benefits package:
  Health, Dental, Vision, STD, LTD, Life, 401k
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Employee assistance program
• A rewarding career with greater opportunity for impact

Trelleborg is an equal opportunity employer! We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

At Trelleborg our people are #shapingindustryfromtheinside

Seniority level

• Seniority level
  
  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type
  
  Full-time

Job function

• Job function
  
  Management and Manufacturing
• Industries Industrial Machinery Manufacturing

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