Lead - Polymer Process Engineer, Lightspray

On; Zürich; Vor Ort; CHF 120.000 - 170.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

On is seeking a hands-on Lead Process Engineer for the LightSpray production sites, serving as the critical link between engineering and live operations. You will own day-to-day process stability, execute Experimental Designs (DoE), and drive root cause analysis on faulty products while supporting process validation and field deployment across global sites.

Collaborating with the Senior Lead Process Engineer, you will contribute to novel process development and lead field deployment of

Qualifikationen

• Degree in Engineering, Material Science or an apprenticeship in polymer processing or automation.
• 6+ years of industry experience: proven track record in process execution, machine troubleshooting, and process validation.
• Experience executing experiments, handling machine parameters, and on-site troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems, wiring schematics, and wiring electrical components is a plus.
• Ability to perform root cause analysis using data-driven approaches.
• Willingness to travel globally up to 20% for deployment and site support; strong cross-functional communication.

Aufgaben

• Drive Data-Driven Process Validation: Execute DoE and validation protocols for repeatability and robustness in high-volume manufacturing.
• Hands-On Machine & Product Troubleshooting: Serve as the primary technical contact for machine parameters and material processing issues; perform root cause analysis.
• Support Deployment & Global Readiness (Up to 30% Travel): Visit global production sites to support machine readiness and equipment deployment.
• Bridge Innovation to Production: Execute process-related tasks on multidisciplinary projects, translating lab innovations to production lines.
• Documentation & SOPs: Develop and maintain SOPs based on real-time feedback to ensure process repeatability across sites.

Kenntnisse

Data-driven decision making

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

English communication

Ausbildung

Degree in Engineering or polymer processing/automation apprenticeship

6+ years of industry experience in polymer processing/manufacturing

Tools

Pneumatic systems knowledge

Electrical wiring experience

Jobbeschreibung

In short
Join us at the heart of the revolution. As a hands-on Lead Process Engineer at our LightSpray production sites, you will be the critical link between engineering and live operations. You will support a growing production system, ensuring this disruptive technology is robust, repeatable, and ready to scale. As the Lead Process Engineer, you will own the day-to-day process stability, execute experimental designs (DoE), and drive root cause analysis on faulty products. Working closely with the Senior Lead Process Engineer, you will support process validation, contribute to novel process development, and lead field deployment of LightSpray machinery across global sites.

In short
Join us at the heart of the revolution. As a hands-on Lead Process Engineer at our LightSpray production sites, you will be the critical link between engineering and live operations. You will support a growing production system, ensuring this disruptive technology is robust, repeatable, and ready to scale. As the Lead Process Engineer, you will own the day-to-day process stability, execute experimental designs (DoE), and drive root cause analysis on faulty products. Working closely with the Senior Lead Process Engineer, you will support process validation, contribute to novel process development, and lead field deployment of LightSpray machinery across global sites.

Your mission

• Drive Data-Driven Process Validation: Execute experimental designs (DoE) and process validation protocols to ensure repeatability and robustness for high-volume manufacturing.
• Hands-On Machine & Product Troubleshooting: Serve as the primary technical point of contact for machine parameters and material processing issues. Perform root cause analysis to resolve critical process deviations and product defects.
• Support Deployment & Global Readiness (Up to 30% Travel): Visit global production sites to support machine readiness, assist with equipment deployment, and translate factory floor feedback into technical improvements.
• Bridge Innovation to Production: Execute process-related tasks on multidisciplinary projects, bridging material and process innovations from the lab to production lines.
• Documentation & SOPs: Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) based on real-time operational feedback to ensure process repeatability across sites.
  

Your story

• Degree in Engineering, Material Science background or an apprenticeship in polymer processing or automation
• 6+ years of Industry Experience: Solid track record in process execution, machine troubleshooting, and process validation within polymer processing or related manufacturing technologies.
• Practical experience executing experiments, handling machine parameters, and performing on-site troubleshooting.
• Knowledge of pneumatic systems, the ability to understand wiring schematics, and experience wiring electrical components is a big plus.
• Demonstrated ability to perform root cause analysis and work systematically using data-driven approaches.
• Willingness to travel globally up to 20% for equipment deployment and site support, with strong cross-functional communication skills.
• Fluent in English (written and spoken).
  

What We Offer

On is a place that is centered around growth and progress. We offer an environment designed to give people the tools to develop holistically – to stay active, to learn, explore and innovate. Our distinctive approach combines a supportive, team-oriented atmosphere, with access to personal self-care for both physical and mental well-being, so each person is led by purpose.
On is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a work environment that is fair and inclusive, where all decisions related to recruitment, advancement, and retention are free of discrimination.