Process Engineer

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, this position works independently or in conjunction with other engineers, value stream leaders, production leads, and maintenance personnel in analyzing and developing solutions to processes in the direct support of extrusion and converting processes. This includes design and development of new processes, modifications of existing processes, cost improvement initiatives, and quality improvement projects.

• Work independently or with others to develop improved methods for delivering finished products to customers.
• Identify and serve as the primary driver for cost improvement projects to remove costs from current and new operations.
• Serve as the primary technical lead for process and equipment improvement projects.
• Interact and oversee, from a technical perspective, equipment modifications, upgrades, and new installations.
• Interact with customers, T&I, Business Unit Leaders, and other Process Engineering functions to assist with process issues, quality concerns, and identify new or improved products or methods for delivering value-added products to customers.
• Stay abreast of new equipment and process developments in the Plastics Extrusion field.
• Communicate regularly to share combined knowledge with process engineers in other locations.
• Serve as an expert in troubleshooting manufacturing problems and identify solutions with data-based decision making.
• Develop work instructions and documentation to support standardized work in manufacturing.
• Identify and implement new or improved methods of manufacturing to improve profitability.

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5-7 years of experience in Process Engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills.
• Experience with varied manufacturing processes such as extrusion, printing, laminating, and converting.
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and tools, and their use and interpretation.
• Ability to manage a project and process involving multiple manufacturing areas.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and focus on critical project parameters.
• Knowledge of statistics and DMAIC methodology preferred.
• Experience in designing experiments, Lean Six Sigma, SPC or equivalent preferred.
• Self‑starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

• Frequent standing, walking, and bending.

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. Sealed Air participates in the E-Verify Program (US sites only).

Requisition

Relocation:
Yes