Process Engineer

Placon Corporation; Minneapolis (MN); In loco; USD 75.000 - 85.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Hands-on role

Growth opportunities

Competitive benefits

Stable onsite schedule

Descrizione del lavoro

Placon Corporation is seeking a dependable Process Engineer for our Plymouth, MN facility to drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced GMP manufacturing environment. This role focuses on developing reliable processes, supporting new product development, and reducing variability through Lean, Six Sigma, and data analysis.

You will qualify new products, support capital projects, and maintain ISO quality system alignment while collaborating with planning and design teams.

Competenze

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or related engineering field.
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Experience in manufacturing with machines and equipment.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and process improvement methods.
• Ability to learn ERP and QMS systems and apply data-driven decisions.

Mansioni

• Devise and execute plans to qualify new products and materials.
• Support capital equipment projects as on-site process and equipment expert.
• Improve production efficiency by analyzing process control trends and troubleshooting issues.
• Use Lean and Six Sigma tools to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities.
• Collect data and present recommendations in formal reports and presentations.
• Coordinate with planning and design teams to meet product and tooling deadlines.
• Create and maintain technical documents, specifications, and data sheets.
• Establish product standards for material, labor, and equipment.
• Maintain understanding of ISO quality systems related to process development.
• Write proposals for capital expenditures and obtain approvals.

Conoscenze

Cross-functional teamwork

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Process improvement

Data analysis

Excellent communication

Project management

Lean, Six Sigma

Formazione

Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or related engineering

Strumenti

ERP systems

QMS systems

Descrizione del lavoro

We're looking for a dependable Process Engineer who will be located in our Plymouth, MN facility that thrives in a fast‑paced GMP manufacturing environment and takes pride in developing reliable processes, supporting new product development, and driving continuous improvement. If you have strong analytical skills, mechanical understanding, and a passion for improving manufacturing performance, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.

Compensation

• Commensurate with experience, the range is $75,000 – 85,000 annually.

Work Schedule

• Onsite: 8 AM – 5 PM | Monday - Friday

Why Placon – You'll Love It Here

• A hands‑on technical role where your engineering expertise truly matters
• Opportunities to grow your skills in new product development, process control, and capital equipment projects
• A supportive manufacturing environment with modern equipment and advanced technology
• Competitive pay, great benefits, and a stable onsite Monday–Friday schedule
• A culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What You'll Do

• Devise and execute plans to qualify new products and materials
• Support capital equipment projects by becoming an onsite expert in process and equipment
• Improve production efficiency by analyzing process control trends and troubleshooting issues
• Use Lean, Six Sigma, and other tools to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities
• Collect and analyze data; present recommendations through formal reports and presentations
• Coordinate with planning and design teams to ensure product and tooling deadlines are met
• Construct and maintain technical documents, specifications, and data sheets
• Establish and review product standards for material, labor, and equipment
• Maintain understanding of ISO quality systems as they relate to process development
• Write proposals for capital expenditures and obtain approval

What You Bring

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or related engineering field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong cross‑functional teamwork and project management abilities
• Technical competency in polymer materials, processing, and testing
• Understanding statistical analysis and process capability
• Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of machine components and equipment
• Ability to learn and utilize ERP and QMS systems
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and modern manufacturing methods
• Ability to lift 10–50 lbs., stand for long periods, and travel as needed
• Self‑starter mindset with strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

This job description reflects the current assignment of essential accountabilities and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or for other reasons.

Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non‑immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.