Process Engineer

IKO Industries; Village of Cedarhurst (NY); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Health Spending Account

Mental Wellness

Short-term Disability

401k Match

Paid vacation

Floating days

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Engagement Events

Awards & Recognition

Tuition Reimbursement

Service Awards

Perks & Discounts

Job summary

IKO Industries Ltd. is seeking a Process Engineer to monitor, control, and optimize manufacturing processes in a safety‑driven environment.

You will oversee batch handling, furnace operations, process control systems, coordination with material carriers, and drive continuous improvements for quality and efficiency. The role requires a Mechanical or Chemical Engineering degree and 3–5 years of related experience, with strong technical writing, SPC knowledge, Lean Six Sigma familiarity, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering required.
• 3–5 years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with coating processes and fiberglass mat operations preferred.
• Strong technical writing skills with high attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC) is beneficial.
• Lean Six Sigma skills and experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate exceptional attendance and reliability.
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; promote safe work practices.
• Monitor and maintain proper batch storage, delivery, weighing, and mixing.
• Coordinate with Quality Control and raw material carriers to approve unloading of materials.
• Evaluate batch plant control system data and make adjustments to maintain process efficiency and control.
• Monitor and control furnace and forehearth operations to ensure optimal glass formation and throughput.
• Monitor and adjust critical process variables including gas firing, electric boost power, pressure, temperature, flow rates, oxygen, bubblers, glass level, and batch line.
• Inspect furnace and forehearths at required intervals and address identified issues.
• Assist with furnace changes, upsets, start-ups, shutdowns, repairs, and rebuilds.
• Guide and support maintenance personnel during batch and furnace repairs.
• Perform minor repairs and process adjustments as required.
• Maintain exceptional housekeeping and organization in all assigned areas including batch house, furnace levels, and control room.
• General housekeeping duties
• Additional duties as assigned by Supervisory staff

Skills

Attention to detail

Analytical thinking

Strong communication

Independent work

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

SPC (Statistical Process Control)

Job description

Process Engineer

Job Summary

Reporting to plant engineering leadership, the successful candidate will be responsible for monitoring, controlling, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, and reliable operations. This includes oversight of batch handling, furnace and forehearth operations, process control systems, raw material coordination, troubleshooting, supporting maintenance activities, and driving continuous process improvements while maintaining safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Compensation

Compensation: (as per wage transparency law / unionized plant)

Benefits

• Health Insurance (includes teledoc, virtual health, FSA, HCSA & other benefits)
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Health Spending Account
• Employee Support and Mental Wellness
• Short term disability
• 401k Match
• Paid vacation
• Floating days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Engagement Events
• Awards and Recognition
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Service Awards
• Employee Perks & Discounts

Job Responsibilities

• Demonstrate exceptional attendance and reliability
• Adhere to all safety policies and procedures; promote safe work practices
• Monitor and maintain proper batch storage, delivery, weighing, and mixing
• Coordinate with Quality Control and raw material carriers to approve unloading of materials
• Evaluate batch plant control system data and make adjustments to maintain process efficiency and control
• Monitor and control furnace and forehearth operations to ensure optimal glass formation and throughput
• Monitor and adjust critical process variables including gas firing, electric boost power, pressure, temperature, flow rates, oxygen, bubblers, glass level, and batch line
• Inspect furnace and forehearths at required intervals and address identified issues
• Assist with furnace changes, upsets, start-ups, shutdowns, repairs, and rebuilds
• Guide and support maintenance personnel during batch and furnace repairs
• Perform minor repairs and process adjustments as required
• Maintain exceptional housekeeping and organization in all assigned areas including batch house, furnace levels, and control room
• General housekeeping duties
• Additional duties as assigned by Supervisory staff

This is a safety sensitive position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering
• 3–5 years of process engineering experience in a manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience with coating processes, wet formed fiberglass mat processes, or similar manufacturing operations preferred
• Strong technical writing skills with high attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
• Knowledge of statistical process control (SPC)
• Lean Six Sigma skills and experience preferred
• Advanced analytical and troubleshooting skills
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple short- and long-term projects
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision once trained
• Manual dexterity and attention to detail
• Fluent in verbal and written English
• Ability to follow direction and specific instructions
• Good communication skills
• Ability to safely perform heavy lifting up to 50 pounds on a routine basis
• Comfortable with standing for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work at heights and in confined spaces
• Must be able to walk and/or stand 90% of the shift

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment

IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.