Process Engineer

Sika; Lyndhurst (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Sika Lyndhurst Operations in Lyndhurst, NJ seeks a Process Engineer to develop and improve manufacturing processes for existing and new products, aiming for high quality at lowest cost through leadership and cross-functional teamwork. Travel may be required to support domestic operations.

The role emphasizes SPC, data-driven decision making, and strong communication as you lead process improvements, create SOPs, PFMEAs, control plans, and participate in cross-functional projects to meet customer

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemical, mechanical or industrial engineering with 3+ years in manufacturing, quality and process optimization.
• Strong understanding of statistical process control and statistics.
• Leadership to drive projects and cross-functional teams.
• Customer focus and data-driven decision making.
• Effective communication across departments.

Responsibilities

• Introduce new materials, products, and processes while improving production, quality, and packaging efficiency.
• Implement capital budgeting strategies and recommend equipment improvements with specifications.
• Improve process capabilities using statistical methods to meet customer needs.
• Create and update plant procedures, electronic recipes, work instructions, and in-process tests; train staff.
• Troubleshoot issues and establish root-cause analysis for corrective actions.
• Lead or join project teams to drive initiatives to completion.

Skills

Statistical SPC

Leadership

Data-driven

Cross-functional

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering

Tools

MS Excel

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Visio

MS Project

Job description

Job Description

Broad Function and Purpose of Position

The development, implementation, and improvement of manufacturing processes for all new and existing products in the Lyndhurst Operations. The continuous improvement of quality and productivity to fulfill our customer and market requirements. To achieve high quality standards at lowest cost, utilizing available resources (raw materials, equipment, and personnel). These improvements will be achieved through leadership, innovation, cross functional work, and cooperation with all levels of the organization.

Specific Responsibilities

• Introduce new raw materials, products, and processes while improving production, quality, and packaging efficiency through process design changes.
• Implement capital budgeting strategies and recommend equipment improvements by providing specifications and controlling recommendations through to completion.
• Determine and improve process capabilities using statistical techniques to meet or exceed customer needs and reduce production complexity.
• Create, update, and implement plant procedures, electronic recipes, work instructions, and in-process tests; train employees as necessary.
• Troubleshoot problems and establish root cause analysis to develop corrective and preventive actions.
• Lead or serve as key member of project and process teams to drive initiatives to successful completion.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, industrial engineering with a minimum of three years’ experience in manufacturing, quality, and process optimization.
• Strong understanding of statistical process control, statistics, and customer integration.
• Leadership skills to drive projects and process teams to successful fruition.
• Strong customer base and quality focus. Data driven.

• Effective communication skills. Capable of interfacing with cross-functional departments toward a common goal.

• Strong hands‑on commitment. Passionate attitude with an innovative mind frame.
• Practical knowledge and experience with creating SOPs, PFMEAs, Control Plans, Process Flow Diagrams. Strong understanding of automated control systems and P&IDs.
• Highly proficient in MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Visio, and MS Project.
• Strong computer skills are a must.
• Experience with Automotive OEM customers, delivering presentations, ISO & IATF standards, and internal or external auditing preferred but not required.
• Some domestic and/or international travel may be required.
• Flexibility to occasionally support a 24/7 manufacturing plant on off-shifts and weekends.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Sika Corporation is committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals that apply. As an equal opportunity employer Sika will consider all qualified applicants without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, or other protected characteristics.

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.