Process Engineer

Zeus; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Great benefits package

Job summary

Zeus Industrial Products in the United States seeks a Process Engineer to troubleshoot materials, processes and tooling in a plastic extrusion environment. You will work closely with Production Managers to resolve ongoing issues and support new process development.

Lead process optimization and continuous improvement activities, start up new equipment, train operators, and establish best practices. You will collaborate with maintenance and design engineering to improve equipment performance and

Qualifications

• Prior experience in polymer extrusion preferred and related processes.
• Degree in mechanical engineering or equivalent required.
• Lean manufacturing experience or certification preferred.
• Able to document processes accurately and clearly.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and multitasking abilities.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple projects.
• Project management experience and continuous improvement mindset.
• Kaizen, SPC, TPM experience; hands-on style; team and independent work capability.
• Black belt / six sigma desired.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Managers to resolve ongoing production issues.
• Assist in transition of new process developments.
• Lead process optimization and continuous improvement activities.
• Start up new equipment and train operators.
• Establish and maintain best practice operating procedures.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to ensure safe, continuous extrusion operation.
• Work with design engineering to improve equipment performance and reliability.
• Support Zeus Operating System Dimensions and guiding principles.

Skills

Polymer extrusion

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

SPC

TPM

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

Detail-oriented

Project management

Team collaboration

Hands-on

Six Sigma (Black belt)

Education

4 yr. Engineering Degree, preferably Mechanical Engineering

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Process Engineer troubleshoots materials, processes, and tooling production issues in plastic extrusion environment.

Job Summary

The Process Engineer troubleshoots materials, processes, and tooling production issues in plastic extrusion environment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Production Managers to resolve ongoing production issues
• Assist in transition of new process developments
• Lead process optimization and continuous process improvement activities
• Start up new equipment and train operators
• Establish and maintain best practice operating procedures
• Work with Maintenance to ensure safe, continuous operation of extrusion equipment
• Work with design engineering staff to improve equipment performance and reliability
• Support and drive the Zeus Operating System Dimensions and Guiding/Supporting Principles

Qualifications

• Prior experience in polymer extrusion preferred. Plastics experience (Injection / Extrusion) / Extrusion experience (Rubber, etc) / Medical device process is preferred
• 4 yr. Engineering Degree, preferably Mechanical Engineering
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing Systems or Lean Certification preferred
• Able to understand and document a process accurately
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Detail-oriented, able to handle multiple projects
• Project management skills
• Continuous improvement, Kaizen, SPC, and TPM experience
• Team environment and independent working experience
• Black belt / six sigma desired
• Hands-on-style

About Us

Zeus Industrial Products, headquartered in Orangeburg, South Carolina, is the world’s leading polymer extrusion manufacturer and material science innovator. More than 50 years of experience in medical, aerospace, energy, automotive, fiber optics, and more allows us to set the bar high.

Zeus is a great place to work. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. Zeus offers an opportunity to join a very successful, family-oriented team. Our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none. We are a leader in our field and have great relationships with our customers and team members. Many of our team members are the best at what they do in the world. Our customers are leaders in their fields. Our products help save lives.

Continuous Improvement is a way of life at Zeus. Successful candidates will have a desire and ability to take our manufacturing process to the next level. Expectations are high; our work is meticulous and very precise. You must possess the ability to work independently; and the desire to learn a variety of skills. The ability to communicate clearly is imperative, as is the ability to manipulate data using various software packages.

At Zeus, what we do matters, and we pride ourselves in “Turning polymers into possibilities.” Expectations are high; our products are cutting-edge, our process is unique, and our quality and customer focus are second-to-none.

Our Employees And Our Customers Are At The Center Of Everything We Do. Those Relationships Have Been Built On a Foundation That Is Supported By Our Mission And Vision

Our Mission: Provide Solutions – Enable Innovation – Enhance Lives

Our Vision: Working Together – Doing It Better

Zeus is an exciting, innovative company that offers competitive pay and a great benefits package. As we continue to push the boundaries of polymer science, we’re constantly in need of new ideas, new expertise, and new team members. Are you ready to join us?

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