PROCESS ENGINEER

VYBOND SPECIALTY ADHESIVES LLC; Salmons (KY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

VYBOND SPECIALTY ADHESIVES LLC in Franklin, KY is seeking a process engineer to lead CIP initiatives and optimize coating operations. You will baseline critical process parameters, monitor quality and implement DMAIC-driven cost-saving projects, while supporting trials, new product introductions, and validations.

Applicants should have an Engineering degree and hands-on experience with water-based and solvent-based coating processes, Lean/Six Sigma methodologies, and manufacturing documentation

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field).
• Experience with water-based and solvent-based coating processes in a manufacturing environment required.
• Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and DMAIC.
• Strong problem-solving, statistical analysis, and root cause investigation skills.
• Experience with process control, quality systems, and manufacturing documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop, control, and prioritize a CIP list for your assigned area.
• Lead CIP activities for your assigned area.
• Control SPI documents by ensuring all documents are current, concise, and aligned with BOMs.
• Baseline and monitor process parameters identified as critical to quality (run charts, control charts, etc.).
• Lead actions to eliminate special causes and reduce process variation.
• Identify and lead cost-saving projects using DMAIC methodology.
• Control all other process-related documents and ensure they are current.
• Provide process engineering support for trials, new product introductions, and process validations.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to quality complaints.
• Provide technical expertise and process optimization support for water-based and solvent-based coating operations, including coating formulation, application processes, quality control, and troubleshooting.
• Perform additional responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Coating processes

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

DMAIC

Root cause analysis

Statistical analysis

Process control

Quality systems

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Vybond is a global market leader in pressure-sensitive adhesive tapes, delivering innovative solutions to a variety of industrial and specialty markets. Headquartered in Franklin, KY, with facilities in Riverhead, NY, and Bristol, RI, Vybond Group, Inc. manufactures specialty foil, film, and duct tapes and adhesives. With over 1,500 specialty SKUs spanning 500+ product families, Vybond serves 1,500+ customers across the HVAC, building and construction, industrial, retail, medical, aerospace, automotive, and other specialty industries.Key Responsibilities:Develop, control, and prioritize a Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) list for your assigned area.Lead CIP activities for your assigned area.Control SPI documents by ensuring all documents are current, concise, and aligned with BOMs.Baseline and monitor process parameters identified as critical to quality (run charts, control charts, etc.).Lead actions to eliminate special causes and reduce process variation.Identify and lead cost-saving projects using DMAIC methodology.Control all other process-related documents and ensure they are current.Provide process engineering support for trials, new product introductions, and process validations.Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to quality complaints.Provide technical expertise and process optimization support for water-based and solvent-based coating operations, including coating formulation, application processes, quality control, and troubleshooting.Perform additional responsibilities as needed.QUALIFICATIONS:Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field).Experience with water-based and solvent-based coating processes in a manufacturing environment required.Experience with process improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and DMAIC.Strong problem-solving, statistical analysis, and root cause investigation skills.Experience with process control, quality systems, and manufacturing documentation.