PETN Production Engineer — Process Optimization Lead

Austin Powder; McArthur Township (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Austin Powder seeks a Production Engineer to support the PETN manufacturing process and act as backup to the PETN Plant Manager. The role focuses on optimizing processes, reducing variability, and improving productivity to sustain growth and safety.

Responsibilities include leading improvement initiatives, troubleshooting production bottlenecks, analyzing data trends, and supporting MOC/PSM activities while mentoring operators for greater process knowledge.

Qualifications

• Requires strong manufacturing knowledge and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience applying Lean/Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement methods is expected.
• Proficient data analysis and ability to interpret trends for corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical/operational support for PETN manufacturing processes.
• Back up PETN Plant Manager during absences and delegations.
• Lead continuous improvement projects and track process improvements.
• Investigate material/process issues and drive root-cause solutions.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Root Cause Analysis

Process Safety Management

Data analysis

Education

BS/MS in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Power BI

Job description

Austin Powder seeks a Production Engineer to support the PETN manufacturing process and act as backup to the PETN Plant Manager. The role focuses on optimizing processes, reducing variability, and improving productivity to sustain growth and safety.

Responsibilities include leading improvement initiatives, troubleshooting production bottlenecks, analyzing data trends, and supporting MOC/PSM activities while mentoring operators for greater process knowledge.