Process Engineer

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We are looking for:

The Process Engineer is responsible for leading site-based process engineering projects and activities that drive continuous improvement, resolve chronic manufacturing issues, introduce new products or re-site existing products for the Piedmont, SC site. This position also supports and deploys GBU-wide best practices and manufacturing standards along with supporting new capital investments and technology common across Composite Materials Manufacturing sites. This role will be involved in the launch of a new production facility outside the US.

We count on you for:

* Lead site-based process engineering projects and activities that drive continuous improvement, resolve chronic manufacturing issues, introduce new products or re-site existing products.

* Promote an observable culture of process safety, quality, and customer service within their organizational control.

* Support short-term tactical requests from the site-based team while managing long-term strategic projects set forth by the global process engineering team.

* Lead efforts and projects in line with site and business strategy for growth.

* Lead digital transformation efforts on site.

* Performs feasibility studies for process improvements. Includes assessment of current equipment capabilities, HSE issues, and capital requirements

* Propose and document trial plans, results and data analysis in a timely manner using advanced problem solving tools such as Six Sigma and routinely share learnings with stakeholders.

* Works toward establishing statistical process control processes. Identifies areas of variation (raw materials, process, or quality analysis), implements measures to reduce variation, and tracks effectiveness of reduction measures.

* Analyzes process data and quality critical parameters for control of manufacturing processes. Troubleshoots problem areas and identifies measures for improvement.

* Identifies and implements process optimization improvements.

* Supports identifying root cause, reports findings, and implements corrective actions.

* Manages defining scope and technical solutions to feed capital projects associated with unit.

* Responsible for determining justification, scope definition, safety reviews, 'punch-list' items, coordination of implementation with production schedule, startup, chemical commissioning and performance report on agreed deliverables.

* Utilize management of change for applicable situations.

* Influence people's opinions, attitudes, and judgments and demonstrate the ability to compromise opinion to develop the best solution for the issue.

* Flexibility to live outside the US for 6-12 months for the launch of a production facility.

You can count on us for:

* We offer the opportunity to join an exciting growth company

* A full range of benefits as expected of a successful company

* Opportunities for growth and learning

* Encouraging a diverse and inclusive workplace culture that values and respects individual differences and backgrounds

You will bring:

* Bachelors of Science (Engineering Preferred)

* 5-10 years of experience in quality/manufacturing/process engineering

* Previous experience in quality/process engineering function in chemical manufacturing environment

* Continuous improvement background with demonstrated experience in problem solving and root cause analysis

* Preferably has experience in composite material / adhesive material manufacturing or other similar continuous web process industries (paper, film, foil, or textile industries)

* Six Sigma Black Belt certification (preferred)

* Excellent organizational skills, ability to multi-task

* Understanding manufacturing processes and value chain.

* Understand key operational metrics and communicate across organization to achieve clear alignment and focus.

Understanding of quality systems, ISO
9001/AS9100 requirements

* Understanding processes to engage cross-functional teams to solve quality and process capability problems.

* Manage priorities and multitask from a number of sources

* Data driven, strong analytical skill set

* Communicate effectively with all levels of the organization

You will get:

* Competitive salary and benefits package

* The U.S. annual base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this new hire is: $108,000 to $135,000. Actual compensation will be determined based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate, such as skills, experience, qualifications, etc. and can ultimately be more or less than the posted salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.

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