Process Engineer: Continuous Improvement & Quality

tesa; Sparta (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

tesa tape is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize existing production processes and support start-up of new equipment at the Sparta plant. The role focuses on safety, quality, and productivity while coordinating with R&D and other functions.

Responsibilities include creating manufacturing instructions, conducting trials, driving continuous improvement, and applying DOE methods to improve process performance. Travel to other locations (about 5%) may be required.

Qualifications

• Requires a BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related field.
• Ability to evaluate complex data and draw conclusions.
• Willingness to work extended hours machine-side.
• Experience in project management and prioritization.
• Strong MS Office skills; SAP experience preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Willingness to travel (approx. 5%).
• Knowledge of ISO/TS 9001 and/or IATF 16949 is preferred.
• Experience with DOE methods and software is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create, implement, train and maintain manufacturing instructions and process data for safe, high-quality production lines.
• Execute production trials in collaboration with R&D and production.
• Initiate trials based on safety and quality risk assessments.
• Lead continuous improvement to enhance quality, efficiency and reduce waste.
• Develop and test new or optimized equipment and processes.
• Investigate quality deviations through causation analyses.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem solving

Project management

Communication skills

Education

BS in Electrical, Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

Excel

SAP

Job description

tesa tape is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize existing production processes and support start-up of new equipment at the Sparta plant. The role focuses on safety, quality, and productivity while coordinating with R&D and other functions.

Responsibilities include creating manufacturing instructions, conducting trials, driving continuous improvement, and applying DOE methods to improve process performance. Travel to other locations (about 5%) may be required.