Process Engineer

Woodbridge; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

401(k) with company match

Flexible working hours

Employee wellness program

Upskilling culture

Job summary

Woodbridge Holdings, Inc., Greensboro, NC, seeks a Process Engineer to develop and optimize foam production processes. This role emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency while aligning with Olympic Quality Policy.

You will modify reporting systems, implement improvements, and train personnel within ISO 9001 and plant procedures.

Qualifications

• BS degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering or equivalent.
• Two years of manufacturing experience, at least one in polymer industry.
• Knowledge of thermodynamics, heat/mass transfer, process controls and fluid flow.
• Ability to manipulate production numbers to calculate yields, usages, and other indicators.
• Familiarity with 5S, Lean, and Kaizen is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop formulations and pour patterns to meet production specs.
• Oversee daily process operations.
• Liaise with maintenance to solve equipment problems.
• Coordinate with production to address concerns and plan improvements.
• Plan and execute process improvement experiments.
• Optimize raw material usage and minimize waste.
• Participate in health, safety, and quality audits.
• Write/update SOPs and work instructions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Verbal and interpersonal skills

Lean Manufacturing/5S/Kaizen

SPC and quality standards

Hydraulics and pneumatics

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

2 years engineering/manufacturing experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Windows

Spreadsheets

Databases

Word processing

Job description

About Woodbridge

We are

Legal Entity

Olympic Products LLC

Requisition ID

4124

About Woodbridge

We are innovators using advanced technology to manufacture next generation products. We are pioneers in foam technology science and provide our products to customers in multiple industries. We are global team of over 7,000 teammates strong who are laser focused on quality, collaboration, and a commitment to sustainability. We are proud to give back to the communities in which we live and work through our Woodbridge Cares programs that serves communities around the world through volunteerism and philanthropy. We are a people centric organization that has been awarded numerous recognitions for our commitment to manufacturing excellence and innovation. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of foam technology.

Woodbridge Culture

Woodbridge takes immense pride in its robust corporate (think people first, innovation, lets get to it, manufacturing focused) culture, which serves our customers, Teammates, and the world. We're thrilled to share that in 2024, Woodbridge has been awarded Deloitte’s Best Managed designation for eight consecutive years. This accolade is not just an award; it’s a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and innovation, inspiring you to be a part of our journey!

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Compensation & Benefits Plan
• Defined Contribution Plan with additional company match – Automatic company contribution to a top quartile retirement savings plan with more incentives to match
• Flexible Working Hours
• Employee Assistance Program with free access to health and wellness coaches
• Continuous Learning Culture – We believe in Upskilling & Internal Promotions!

Position Summary

Woodbridge Holdings, Inc. has an opening at its subsidiary, Olympic Products, LLC, in Greensboro, NC, for a Process Engineer position. Follow all general safety regulations and use provided safety equipment as required. Understand ISO 9001 requirements / Olympic Quality Policy. Always follow work instructions and procedures as established through Olympic Quality Policy. Modify existing reporting systems for new methods, new material specifications and new products. Recommend methods for improving utilization of personnel, material, and utilities. Create new machinery and process systems. Implement process improvements. Plan and establish sequence of operations to fabricate and assemble parts or products. Coordinate and implement quality control objectives, activities, or procedures. Write and update standard operating procedures. Train personnel. Develop and modify foam formulations that meet customer and organization expectations. Keep area neat, organized and clean as well as follow 5S principles as they are appropriate. Cross train in other positions as required. Review KPI metrics such as yield and scrap reports. Position requires a BS degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or an equivalent foreign degree plus two years of experience in manufacturing, at least one year of which was in the polymer industry; thermodynamics, heat and mass transfer, process controls and fluid flow phenomena; and manipulation of production numbers to calculate yields, usages, and various other process indicators.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop formulations and pour patterns to meet production specifications
• Responsible for the daily process operations
• Liaison with maintenance to solve process equipment problems
• Liaison with production to address production concerns
• Plan and execute process improvement experiments
• Optimize raw material usage and minimize waste
• Participate in health & safety and quality audit process
• Write and update SOPS, SOTS, procedures, etc.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering
• One to two years’ experience in an engineering role
• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Good verbal and interpersonal skills
• Knowledge of SPC and automotive quality standards, statistical experiments, ladder logic, metering pumps, drives, sensors and transducers, control theory, hydraulics, pneumatic are assets.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, 5S, and Kaizen is a plus
• Required to work various shifts
• Computer skills, such as AutoCAD, Windows, spreadsheets, databases and word processing software

Woodbridge is committed to fostering a diverse workplace. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and consider applicants without regard to race, colour, ancestry, creed, place of origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other protected status. If you have any accommodation requirements, please let us know, and we will do our best to meet your needs in accordance with applicable local legislation.