Industrial Process Engineer - Continuous Improvement Leader

Westlake Chemical Corp.; Greensboro (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

4% 401k match

3% annual employer contribution

quarterly incentive plan up to 8%

fitness reimbursement

educational assistance

employee assistance

Job summary

Westlake Pipe & Fittings in Georgia is seeking a Process Engineer to lead plant output optimization, reduce downtime and scrap, and improve process control and material usage. You will drive data-driven decisions, develop SOPs, and support capital projects, reporting to the plant leadership team.

The role requires a BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering and 3–10 years in a high-volume manufacturing setting; PVC processing/extrusion is highly desired.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Materials Engineering.
• 3–10 years of manufacturing experience.
• PVC processing and extrusion experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead plant output optimization and downtime reduction.
• Develop and maintain SOPs/SOCs and training programs.
• Analyze scrap, downtime, line rates, and material usage to drive data-driven decisions.
• Lead cost-reduction and process-improvement initiatives.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

DOE

CI tools

Education

B.S. in Electrical, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering

Tools

PLC programming

Industrial controls

OT networks

Job description

Westlake Pipe & Fittings in Georgia is seeking a Process Engineer to lead plant output optimization, reduce downtime and scrap, and improve process control and material usage. You will drive data-driven decisions, develop SOPs, and support capital projects, reporting to the plant leadership team.

The role requires a BS in Electrical, Mechanical, or Materials Engineering and 3–10 years in a high-volume manufacturing setting; PVC processing/extrusion is highly desired.