Senior Process Engineer

Klöckner Pentaplast Europe GmbH & Co. KG; Pontivy; On-site; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Klöckner Pentaplast Europe GmbH & Co. KG in Pontivy, France, is seeking a Senior Process Engineering Manager to lead the site’s Process Engineering, Asset Care and Investment strategy.

You will manage a team of around 15 and drive operational excellence in extrusion and packaging transformation. Reporting to the Operations Director, you will define and execute the site CapEx roadmap, lead major projects, and ensure safety, quality, delivery and cost performance while developing technical

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Process, or Plastics.
• Around 20 years’ experience in industrial manufacturing, including extrusion or similar processes.
• Proven experience leading large teams in a complex industrial environment.
• Strong expertise in process engineering and industrial technologies.
• Experience in project management, CapEx deployment and industrial transformation.
• Solid understanding of Lean and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Fluent in English; proficient in SAP and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Define and manage the CapEx roadmap and site investment strategy.
• Lead major industrial projects – equipment, layout optimisation and automation – delivering to budget, timeline and ROI, through commissioning and ramp‑up.
• Support daily operations with a focus on safety, quality, delivery and cost performance.
• Ensure process stability and product consistency through deep extrusion expertise.
• Drive root-cause analysis to deliver sustainable performance improvements.
• Manage site real estate, energy supply, fire protection and site safety, including audits and continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach and develop multidisciplinary teams, building technical expertise and autonomy.
• Promote high standards of health, safety, environment and quality (HSEQ) and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• As a member of the site Steering Committee, collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D and HR to boost site competitiveness.

Skills

Process engineering

Leadership

Capex planning

Industrial transformation

Project management

Lean / continuous improvement

ERP SAP

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree (Mechanical/Chemical/Process/Plastics)

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. The need to act on climate change has never been clearer so we incorporate sustainability into everything we do by #InvestingInBetter - creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint.

At kp, we are passionate about ensuring our customers' satisfaction, and we strive to achieve this goal by focusing all our efforts on meeting their evolving needs. Our dedication to drive a positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

Senior Process Engineering Manager

Location: Pontivy, France – On site

Reports to: Operations Director

Purpose of the Role

Reporting to the Flexibles Operations Director, you will lead the site’s Process Engineering, Asset Care and Investment strategy, managing a team of around 15.

This is a critical technical leadership role, responsible for operational excellence and process stability, deep technical mastery in extrusion and packaging transformation, and continuous improvement in performance, cost and quality. You will define and execute the site’s technical and industrial strategy while developing teams and strengthening technical capability across the organisation.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and manage the CapEx roadmap and site investment strategy.
• Lead major industrial projects – new equipment, layout optimisation and automation – delivering to budget, timeline and ROI, through to successful commissioning and ramp‑up.
• Support daily operations with a strong focus on safety, quality, delivery and cost performance.
• Ensure process stability and product consistency through deep expertise in extrusion technologies.
• Drive technical problem‑solving and root cause analysis to deliver sustainable performance improvements.
• Manage site real estate, energy supply, fire protection and site safety, including related audits and continuous improvement.
• Lead, coach and develop multidisciplinary teams, building technical expertise and autonomy across the site.
• Promote high standards of health, safety, environment and quality (HSEQ) and a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• As a member of the site Steering Committee, work closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, R&D and HR, and contribute to the overall industrial strategy and competitiveness of the site.

Profile & Experience

• Engineering degree (Mechanical, Chemical, Process or Plastics Engineering preferred).
• Around 20 years’ experience in industrial manufacturing, ideally in extrusion or similar processes, including automation development.
• Proven experience leading large teams in a complex industrial environment.
• Strong expertise in process engineering and industrial technologies.
• Experience in project management, CapEx deployment and industrial transformation.
• Solid understanding of Lean and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Financial acumen – P&L, cost structure and investment analysis.
• Fluent in English, and proficient in ERP systems (SAP) and MS Office.

What You’ll Bring

• A results‑driven, pragmatic and structured leadership style.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High energy, resilience and integrity, with the ability to manage complexity and drive change.

Why Join Us

• A key leadership role in a global industrial organisation.
• A highly technical and strategic position with real impact on site performance.
• The opportunity to lead transformation projects and develop people.
• A dynamic, international working environment.