Process Engineer

SWM International; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mativ Holdings, Inc. in New Berlin, WI is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes in the coating plant. You will apply corporate quality programs to operations, drive improvements, and collaborate across functions to deliver cost-effective solutions.

The role emphasizes data-driven process improvements, equipment upgrade recommendations, and strong cross-functional teamwork to support product changes and new launches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (chemical/polymer/plastic/mechanical preferred)
• Entry level to 5 years experience
• Hands on manufacturing experience
• Data analysis such as Six Sigma/Lean preferred
• AutoCAD drafting preferred
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and in a team
• Strong project management skills to deliver results on time and on budget
• ISO knowledge
• Ability to apply statistical process/quality control
• Willingness to work around hazardous chemicals and wear a respirator when required

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, make recommendations, and improve processes in manufacturing systems.
• Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs, and changeovers.
• Develop innovative solutions regarding equipment upgrades and product changes including customer product issues and cost reductions.
• Collaborate with customers, sales, and operations to improve existing products and commercialize new products and processes.
• Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining quality standards.
• Create part numbers and accurately build customer specifications through correct material and converting operations.
• Assess labor, material, and lead time requirements to determine costs for pricing and new product launches.

Skills

Data analysis

Strong communication

Project management

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Hazardous materials awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (chemical/polymer/plastic/mechanical)

Tools

AutoCAD drafting

Job description

Job Description

Mativ is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The Company offers a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that connect, protect, and purify our world.

Process Engineer

POSITION TITLE: Process Engineer LOCATION: New Berlin, WI

JOB DESCRIPTION: Responsible for process optimization, methods improvements, and application of the Corporate Quality program to the operations of the coating plant.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate, make recommendations, and improve on processes in manufacturing systems.
• Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs, and changeovers.
• Make recommendations and develop innovative solutions regarding equipment upgrades and product changes including customer product issues, quality issues, alternative product options and cost reductions
• Partners with customers, sales, and operations to improve existing products and commercialize new products and processes through product manufacturing.
• Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards.
• Create part numbers and accurately build customer specifications through correct material and converting operations.
• Identify and review labor, material, and lead time requirements to prepare and determine costs for requests for pricing, management purposes and new product launches.

Note: This is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned as required.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills We Require:

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (preferably chemical, polymer/plastic, or mechanical)
• Entry level to 5 years experience
• Hands on manufacturing experience
• Data analysis such as Six Sigma and/or Lean Manufacturing preferred
• Autocad drafting preferred
• Mechanical aptitude preferred
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written
• Excellent interaction, collaboration, and presentation skills
• Self-starter with the ability to work both independently and in a team environment
• Strong project management skills to deliver results on time and on budget
• ISO knowledge
• Ability to apply statistical process/quality control
• Willingness to work around hazardous chemicals and able to wear a respirator when required

Note: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by the incumbent. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this position.

WHAT WE OFFER

Mativ benefits say a lot about how we care for each other. Our employees and their families have many different needs. As a result, our benefits offer choices on many levels and are high in quality, competitive in the marketplace, and affordable.

ABOUT MATIV

Mativ Holdings, Inc. is a global leader in specialty materials headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia. The company connects, protects, and purifies the world every day through a wide range of critical components and engineered solutions that solve our customers' most complex challenges. We manufacture on three continents and generate sales in nearly 100 countries through our family of business-to-business and consumer product brands. The company's two segments, Filtration & Advanced Materials and Sustainable & Adhesive Solutions, target premium applications across diversified and growing end-markets, from filtration to healthcare to sustainable packaging and more. Our broad portfolio of technologies combines polymers, fibers, and resins to optimize the performance of our customers' products across multiple stages of the value chain. Our leading positions are a testament to our best-in-class global manufacturing, supply chain, and materials science capabilities. We drive innovation and enhance performance, finding potential in the impossible.