Process Engineer

Novolex; Macon (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Well-being resources

Job summary

Novolex is seeking a Process Engineer in Macon, Georgia, responsible for developing and improving manufacturing processes for Molded Fiber products. The role involves leading associates in quality and process monitoring while ensuring safety and efficiency.

Candidates should have 3+ years of relevant manufacturing experience, specifically in managing reports and continuous improvement practices. Educational background in Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering is preferred. Comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment with mechanical process control.
• Management and leadership experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must have Continuous Improvement and SPC Gain Seeker experience.

Responsibilities

• Improve manufacturing processes and troubleshoot problems.
• Create and maintain engineering/process documentation.
• Develop molding procedures and monitor daily production efficiencies.

Skills

Analytical skills

Leadership effectiveness

Troubleshooting skills

Time management

Advanced mathematical skills

Education

BA/BS in Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

Solid Works

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office products

PI systems

Job description

Job Description

The Process Engineer responsible for developing and improving the manufacturing processes surrounding the production of Molded Fiber products and providing leadership for associates assigned to support quality and process monitoring.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Works with management, technicians and operators to continually improve manufacturing processes (Decrease cycle times/optimize production, maximize throughput rate, increase product quality, and minimize scrap) and troubleshoot processing problems.
• Creates and maintains accurate engineering/process documentation such as molding specifications, Process Flow diagrams, Process Failure Modes and Effects Analyses (PFMEAs), etc.
• Establishes set‑up and processing parameters based on material, machine capabilities.
• Develops molding procedures to ensure consistent processing of product on all shifts.
• Monitors and reviews daily production efficiencies with Production Manager on machine/process to ensure consistent processing.
• Performs specified design of experiments and establishes capability studies.
• Participates in documenting capital equipment justification.
• Oversees the lab & process technicians, testing results, procedures, and overall quality program.
• Monitors and coordinates responses to quality concerns from internal and external sources.
• Manages and coordinates the NSF audit and GMP standards for the plant.
• Immediately addresses and reports safety issues or hazards.
• Maintains excellent safety record.
• Maintains excellent attendance record.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience

• Three or more (3+) years of experience in a manufacturing environment; including successful completion of jobs or similar activities requiring control of a mechanical process and inspection of product to meet quality standards.
• Three or more (3+) years of experience managing and leading direct reports in a manufacturing environment or relevant experience.
• Must have Continuous Improvement experience.
• SPC Gain Seeker experience.
• Food Safety / GMP experience highly desired.
• Paper science or paper making experience highly desired.
• Must have management/supervisory experience.

Skills

• Must have analytical skills and proven leadership effectiveness.
• Experience and/or working knowledge of Solid Works and AutoCAD is a plus.
• Demonstrated self‑compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office products.
• PI systems experience (digital EOT systems).
• Proficient to expert knowledge in pulp and fiber process and tooling.
• Troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Time management.
• Advanced mathematical skills and numerical accuracy.

Education

• BA/BS in Chemical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering preferred.

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well‑being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance as well as a variety of other well‑being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefits and well‑being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Novolex is committed to providing equal employment opportunity in all employment practices, including but not limited to selection, hiring, promotion, transfer, and compensation to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, handicap or disability, genetics, citizenship status, service member or veteran status, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. Any individual who, because of his or her disability, needs an accommodation in connection with an aspect of the Company's application process should contact [e-mail].