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JOB DESCRIPTION:

Position: Process Engineer

Department: Operations

Reports to: Plant Manager

Position Summary: The Process Engineer develops and improves manufacturing processes by studying product and manufacturing methods. He/she will collaborate with cross-functional departments to implement sustainable process improvements. He/She will also investigate and analyze quality problems, recommending solutions and ensuring corrections are made through the CAPA process. Be a champion of continuous improvement throughout the entire manufacturing facility.

Responsibilities and Duties:

1. Provide guidance in manufacturing processes in an industrial plant.
2. Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, using knowledge of the organization’s processes.
3. Identify and apply manufacturing best practices in an industrial plant.
4. Research new manufacturing technology and processing methods to improve productivity, cost, quality, and responsiveness.
5. Lead the implementation of Lean manufacturing principles throughout the organization.
6. Act as a change agent for leading and managing continuous improvement throughout the manufacturing facility.
7. Facilitate key projects that will improve quality, reduce costs, improve cycle time, and provide optimum benefits to customers and the business through waste reduction.
8. Develop and implement continuous improvement (Lean manufacturing) principles to enhance work processes and output.
9. Build a continuous improvement culture and drive change throughout the organization.
10. Develop Value Stream Maps for all production departments/assets.
11. Enhance the Management Of Change (MOC) process and ensure strict adherence for either process or equipment changes.
12. Collaborate with Maintenance and Production on Preventative Maintenance (PM) recommendations.
13. Utilize Design Of Experiments (DOE) to identify machine setup parameters.
14. Capture best practice machine setup parameters and deploy as Standard Operating Procedure (SOP).
15. Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
16. Ensure that all responsibilities are performed in accordance with company procedures and meet quality standards.
17. Teach less experienced engineers and operators as needed.
18. Maintain professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops and participating in professional societies.
19. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
20. Encourage all employees to engage in safe working behaviors.

Skills and Qualifications:

1. Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent experience.
2. 7+ years’ experience in manufacturing, preferably in the printing industry.
3. Strong analytical skills and excellent problem-solving mindset.
4. A minimum certification of Lean green belt; black belt preferred.
5. Good verbal and written communication skills required.

Working Conditions and/or Physical Requirements:

1. Able to lift and ensure proper handling of items up to 50 pounds.
2. Able to stand on feet for most of the shift.
3. Must be able to flex to all shifts to support and train.
4. Able to tell differences in printed colors and compare to color standards.
5. Must travel (up to 20%) as required; overnight travel may be required.
6. Willingness to be trained in the proper handling and disposal of Hazardous waste.