Process Engineer

Sealed Air; Iowa Park (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Paid time off

Parental leave

Employee assistance program

Flexible spending accounts

Job summary

Sealed Air is seeking a Process Engineer in Iowa Park, Texas, to lead cost improvement and process enhancement initiatives in the extrusion and converting sectors. The role requires a Bachelor of Science in Engineering and 5-7 years of relevant experience.

Key responsibilities include developing methods for production efficiency, serving as the technical lead on improvement projects, and troubleshooting manufacturing issues. The position offers numerous benefits, including health insurance and 401(k) matching.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in Process Engineering.
• Knowledge of varied manufacturing processes such as extrusion, printing, laminating, and converting.
• Ability to manage projects across multiple areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop improved methods for delivering finished products.
• Lead cost improvement projects.
• Interact with customers and oversee equipment modifications.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems.

Skills

Process Engineering

Project Management

Statistical Techniques

Lean Six Sigma

Excellent Communication

Education

Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Plant Manager, this position works independently or in conjunction with other engineers, value stream leaders, production leads, and maintenance personnel in analyzing and developing solutions to processes in the direct support of extrusion and converting processes. This includes design and development of new processes, modifications of existing processes, cost improvement initiatives, and quality improvement projects.

Job Responsibilities

• Work independently or with others to develop improved methods for delivering finished products to customers.
• Identify and serve as the primary driver for cost improvement projects to remove costs from current and new operations.
• Serve as the primary technical lead for process and equipment improvement projects.
• Interact and oversee, from a technical perspective, equipment modifications, upgrades, and new installations.
• Interact with customers, T&I, Business Unit Leaders, and other Process Engineering functions to assist with process issues, quality concerns, and identify new or improved products or methods for delivering value-added products to customers.
• Stay abreast of new equipment and process developments in the Plastics Extrusion field.
• Communicate regularly to share combined knowledge with process engineers in other locations.
• Serve as an expert in troubleshooting manufacturing problems and identify solutions with data-based decision making.
• Develop work instructions and documentation to support standardized work in manufacturing.
• Identify and implement new or improved methods of manufacturing to improve profitability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 5-7 years of experience in Process Engineering.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills along with professional presentation and negotiation skills.
• Experience with varied manufacturing processes such as extrusion, printing, laminating, and converting.
• Knowledge of statistical techniques and tools, and their use and interpretation.
• Ability to manage a project and process involving multiple manufacturing areas.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and focus on critical project parameters.
• Knowledge of statistics and DMAIC methodology preferred.
• Experience in designing experiments, Lean Six Sigma, SPC or equivalent preferred.
• Self‑starter capable of working independently with minimal supervision.

Physical Requirements

• Frequent standing, walking, and bending.

Benefits and Perks

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Disability insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid elder care
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance
• Dental insurance

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status. Sealed Air participates in the E-Verify Program (US sites only).

Requisition ID: 55483

Relocation: Yes