Process Engineer

Pactiv Evergreen Inc.; Hazle Township (PA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company seeks a Process Engineer to enhance production efficiency and quality. Responsibilities include monitoring key production parameters, driving process improvements, and collaborating with teams to resolve issues. Candidates should possess a relevant engineering degree and experience in a manufacturing setting. This full-time position offers competitive compensation and is part of a supportive, innovative work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant engineering field required.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills essential.

Responsibilities

• Support production, drive process improvements, and optimize performance.
• Act as subject matter expert for production processes and equipment.
• Monitor production KPIs and provide feedback to the production team.

Skills

Communication

Problem-Solving

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, Polymer, Plastics Engineering

Tools

SAP Software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

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Overview

Overview

Pactiv Evergreen is now a part of Novolex. Novolex is a leading manufacturer of food, beverage, and specialty packaging that supports multiple industries, including foodservice, restaurant delivery and carryout, food processing, grocery and retail, and industrial sectors. Our innovative product portfolio is designed to meet the diverse needs of businesses worldwide and the millions of customers they serve. Through continuous investment in research and development, we are committed to engineering more sustainable choices for the future. Our extensive manufacturing network spans North America and Europe, including two world-class plastic film recycling centers. Discover more about Novolex, our 20,000+ family members and our commitment to innovation and sustainability at www.novolex.com .

This position is not eligible for any type of employment sponsorship, such as OPT, H1B, TN, F1, etc.

Responsibilities

The Process Engineer is responsible for supporting production, driving process improvements and optimization making sure that quality product is produced efficiently and on time meeting all customer requirements at a competitive cost.

Job Duties

• The Process Engineer will report directly to the Engineering Manager and will be responsible for monitoring critical production KPIs, working with the production team to make adjustments as needed to optimize performance and achieve goals
• Actively monitors key process parameters and provides feedback on performance to production team
• Works with the production team to identify and document critical processing conditions
• Acts as subject matter expert for all production processes and equipment
• Identifies and implements improvements in critical areas such as safety, quality, productivity, and supply chain working collaboratively with key stakeholders to drive improvements and resolve issues
• Provides hands on daily technical support to the production supervisory team
• Acts as the problem solving subject matter expert and facilitates activities such as root cause analysis and 5 why exercises
• Drives the problem solving process working with the team to understand non-conformances and support the effort to define effective corrective actions
• Stays up to date on all applicable technical advancements utilizing knowledge to drive improvements
• Responsible for maintaining and optimizing the production training system making sure the production team has the procedures and tools needed to effectively train, certify, and monitor performance for all production employees
• Defines, monitors, and reports operator performance based on defined metrics providing feedback to supervisors which can be used to drive improvement and develop employees
• Provides direct assistance working collaboratively with the maintenance team as needed to solve critical equipment issues
• Develops and maintains process troubleshooting guides to be used to standardize and optimize actions
• Maintains a high commitment to quality, thoroughness and efficiency in all work aspects
• Observes and follow all quality, environmental, health and safety procedures
  
  

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical, Chemical, Polymer, Plastics Engineering required
• Experience working in a manufacturing environment with Thermoforming is ideal
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Demonstrated problem-solving abilities with ability to troubleshoot production and equipment issues
• Experience with SAP software (project management, purchasing, maintenance execution, or related) preferred
• Demonstrated organizational skills.
• Proficient computer skills, Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Excel), and instructional software
• Good interpersonal skills and communication with all levels of management
  
  

Work Conditions

• Indoor industrial environment that may experience high temperatures and humidity during the summer months.
• Hearing Protection required when out on production floor due to industrial machinery sound level
  
  

Pactiv Evergreen is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. Pactiv Evergreen is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, religion, creed, age national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, gender identity and/or expression, marital status, veteran status or other characteristics or statuses protected by law. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please call [phone] or email [e-mail] .

All information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines and applicable laws.

Our Social Responsibility platform features a robust, employee-led Give Back program, which includes a matching gifts plan, community grants initiative, and our annual Company-wide Month of Action campaign. With each of these initiatives, our employees are empowered and equipped to give back to their communities and support the non-profits important to them and their families. Through our Give Back program, we own our commitment to Social Responsibility and live our purpose of Packaging a Better Future.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Packaging and Containers Manufacturing

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