Printing Process Engineer - Packaging

Overview

Process Engineer position at Accredo Packaging in Sugar Land, TX. This role will drive performance, quality, and efficiency across high‑speed flexographic printing operations, focusing on optimizing W&H press systems, improving print quality, reducing waste, and ensuring consistent, repeatable production. Work cross‑functionally with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and OEM partners to troubleshoot issues and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

• Establish and maintain standardized process parameters (tension, pressure, viscosity, temperature, impression, speed).
• Reduce defects, downtime, and waste through structured root‑cause analysis.
• Lead Lean/Six Sigma/DOE‑based improvement projects to increase throughput and reliability.
• Run press trials for new inks, substrates, coatings, plates, and process changes; document and implement improvements.
• Partner with Maintenance to troubleshoot issues and strengthen preventive/predictive maintenance.
• Train operators on SOPs, setup methods, color standards, and troubleshooting.
• Collaborate with OEMs (including W&H) on calibrations, upgrades, and FAT/SAT activities.
• Support quality initiatives: color management, defect reduction, SPC, and capability improvements.
• Maintain accurate documentation: process standards, trial reports, work instructions, and equipment settings.
• Optimize W&H press performance: setup efficiency, run speeds, registration, drying/curing, and print quality.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, Printing Technology, or related field.
• 3–5+ years in flexographic printing, press operations, process engineering, or film‑based packaging.
• Experience with W&H presses (Miraflex, Novoflex, or similar).
• Strong understanding of printing variables: ink systems, anilox/plates, tension control, web handling, impression, viscosity, and color stability.
• Hands‑on experience with continuous improvement and data‑driven problem solving.
• Ability to troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and process issues; strong communication, analytical, and organizational skills.

• Knowledge of inks, coatings, adhesives, color control, and print inspection systems.
• Experience with DOE, SPC, capability studies, Lean/Six Sigma.
• Prior involvement in FAT/SAT, press installations, or equipment upgrades.
• Familiarity with MES/ERP systems and production data tools.
• Experience in flexible packaging, blown film, converting, or high‑speed printing.

Accredo Packaging, Inc. is located in Sugar Land, TX, and manufactures sustainable high value‑added flexible packaging for pre‑packaged foods and consumer products in North America. We are committed to recycling, water and energy conservation, and sustainable initiatives throughout our manufacturing process.