Process Engineering Manager — Manufacturing Excellence

Sika Corporation; Lyndhurst; On-site; GBP 83,000 - 94,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k match

Bonuses

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Parental leave

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid time off

Floating holidays

Wellness Reimbursements

Education Assistance

Professional Development

Employee Referral Program

Job summary

Sika Corporation seeks a Process Engineering Manager for Lyndhurst Operations to lead hands-on process design, implementation and operation. You will drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve sustainability across polyurethane sealant and adhesive manufacturing, reporting to senior management and coordinating cross-functional teams.

The role leads Root Cause Analysis, project management support, and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve operational excellence in safety, quality, supply

Qualifications

• 10+ years of manufacturing experience in process engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in team building and management.
• Excellent communication skills, sincerity, persuasiveness and clarity.

Responsibilities

• Lead and staff the process engineering department for polyurethane sealant and adhesive manufacturing.
• Direct plant process engineering to ensure high quality products and process controls.
• Manage engineers, participate in capital expenditure, and improve process capability.
• Lead process improvements to reduce COGs and optimize production.
• Oversee lean analysis, error proofing, and packaging efficiency.
• Lead root cause analysis and transfer corrective actions to the plant floor.
• Coordinate and write technical reports on development findings.
• Assist project management to determine activities, timelines, and resources.
• Contribute to in-house project selection, design and layout, and seek new technologies.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

B.S. Chemical or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Sika Corporation seeks a Process Engineering Manager for Lyndhurst Operations to lead hands-on process design, implementation and operation. You will drive efficiency, reduce costs, and improve sustainability across polyurethane sealant and adhesive manufacturing, reporting to senior management and coordinating cross-functional teams.

The role leads Root Cause Analysis, project management support, and continuous improvement initiatives to achieve operational excellence in safety, quality, supply