Converting Manufacturing Engineer: Process & Equipment Optimization

Sofidel SpA; Inola (OK); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofidel America in Inola, OK is seeking a Manufacturing Converting Engineer for a long-term, on-site role. You will support operations by improving production lines, reducing waste, and enhancing process capability with innovative equipment solutions.

The role emphasizes evaluating materials, leading equipment modifications, and collaborating with product development to deliver targeted process improvements while maintaining safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Electrical focus.
• Experience in pulp/paper or converting equipment preferred.
• Ability to analyze manufacturing operations and perform capacity analysis to identify obstructions.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting a safe working environment.
• Strong technical fundamentals with converting engineering skills.
• Knowledge of MS Office, ERP, and manufacturing systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and address improvement areas in manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Evaluate material performance, cost opportunities, and lead equipment modifications.
• Prepare project justifications, benefit analyses, and root cause analyses.
• Develop innovative solutions to improve product line design and options.
• Conduct acceptance tests on vendor-purchased equipment.
• Manage costs, compliance projects, and production performance of converting assets.
• Design equipment layouts for maximum efficiency using drafting tools.
• Define process requirements for next-generation equipment via modeling and prototyping.
• Collaborate with product development and operations teams to meet process capabilities.

Skills

Converting engineering

Process optimization

Capacity analysis

Safety focus

Technical fundamentals

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

ERP software

Manufacturing system

Job description

Sofidel America in Inola, OK is seeking a Manufacturing Converting Engineer for a long-term, on-site role. You will support operations by improving production lines, reducing waste, and enhancing process capability with innovative equipment solutions.

The role emphasizes evaluating materials, leading equipment modifications, and collaborating with product development to deliver targeted process improvements while maintaining safety and efficiency.