Process Engineer

Charter Next Generation; Montague (MA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Ownership – Become a company‑

Full medical, dental, and vision 보험

Holiday Pay

Paid vacation

401(k) with company match

Performance-based bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Charter Next Generation (CNG) in Montague, MA invites you to join a team where employee owners shape the business. The Role spans strategy, innovation, and manufacturing excellence as you help develop next-gen materials and support internal teams—owning the impact from concept to production.

Schedule: Monday–Friday, business hours, with a collaborative, safety-driven culture. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree and 8 years in manufacturing or plastics, strong troubleshooting, and Excel

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 8 years' experience in Manufacturing, Plastics Industry, or related field.
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office products.
• Experience providing troubleshooting skills.
• Possess logic, problem solving, and trouble shooting skills.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to work effectively in a team environment.
• Deals effectively with company personnel on all levels ranging from production workers to Operations Leadership.
• Demonstrated skill in organizing work, setting priorities and sound decision making.

Responsibilities

• Design processes and equipment related to the creation of products or services that are cost effective
• Simplify and standardize the manufacturing process to improve quality of products
• Implement process designs by creating prototypes, conducting testing , making modifications and perfecting processes
• Ensure safety requirements are integrated into processes by conducting assessments
• Provide problem solving methodology to Operators, 5 why, fishbone, 4 box and A3.
• Implement continuous improvement on the production floor, including 5S, lean, and visual management
• Support the launch of new products through the development of new tools and processes
• Assess whether or not existing equipment is capable of producing proposed products and when needed, modify equipment to accommodate new products
• Lead investigations of customer complaints to determine root cause and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Provide Analytics defining process improvement projects, action items, progress and the results of related projects
• Lead and Manage MDI data trends and action list
• Ensure repro consumption is optimized
• SOC and schedule optimization through direct hands-on support on the shop floor
• Comply with all BRCGS Standards and Standard Operating Procedures

Skills

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Decision making

Organizational skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

At CNG, we are owners. We empower every individual to make a significant impact — because every moment matters. Whether you’re starting your career journey or aiming for the next level, we foster a supportive environment where your contributions are valued and celebrated.

Why Join CNG?

Employee Ownership: Every employee receives equity shares, enabling you to participate in our company's growth and prosperity.

Work-Life Balance: We support true work-life integration for all CNG employee owners.

Career Growth: Advance your career within our expanding network of manufacturing facilities with comprehensive training and development programs.

Purpose-Driven Work: Help create sustainable packaging solutions that reduce food waste and protect our environment for future generations.

The Role

From supporting internal teams to developing next-gen materials, our professional roles span strategy, innovation, and purpose. At CNG, you’ll do work that matters—and own it all.

Schedule : Monday - Friday, Business hours

What You'll Do

• Design processes and equipment related to the creation of products or services that are cost effective
• Simplify and standardize the manufacturing process to improve quality of products
• Implement process designs by creating prototypes, conducting testing , making modifications and perfecting processes
• Ensure safety requirements are integrated into processes by conducting assessments
• Provide problem solving methodology to Operators, 5 why, fishbone, 4 box and A3.
• Implement continuous improvement on the production floor, including 5S, lean, and visual management
• Support the launch of new products through the development of new tools and processes
• Assess whether or not existing equipment is capable of producing proposed products and when needed, modify equipment to accommodate new products
• Lead investigations of customer complaints to determine root cause and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Provide Analytics defining process improvement projects, action items, progress and the results of related projects
• Lead and Manage MDI data trends and action list
• Ensure repro consumption is optimized
• SOC and schedule optimization through direct hands-on support on the shop floor
• Comply with all BRCGS Standards and Standard Operating Procedures

What You'll Bring

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 8 years' experience in Manufacturing, Plastics Industry, or related field
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office products
• Experience providing troubleshooting skills
• Possess logic, problem solving, and trouble shooting skills
• Excellent oral and written communication skills to work effectively in a team environment
• Deals effectively with company personnel on all levels ranging from production workers to Operations Leadership
• Demonstrated skill in organizing work, setting priorities and sound decision making

Compensation & Benefits

Total Rewards:

• Employee Ownership – Become a company owner day 1!
• Full medical, dental, and vision insurance upon hire
• Holiday Pay
• Paid vacation
• 401(k) with company match
• Performance-based bonuses
• Tuition reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities across 15+ facilities

Ready to Own Your Future?

Join a team where every voice matters, every contribution counts, and every employee shares in our success.

Charter Next Generation is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.