Process Engineer I

Sabert Corporation; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Job summary

Sabert Corporation is seeking a Process Engineer / Industrial Engineer to improve manufacturing processes, boost efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality across operations in Fort Wayne, Indiana.

You will work with production, engineering, and leadership to troubleshoot issues, standardize procedures, and drive continuous improvement initiatives that ensure safe, compliant, and reliable manufacturing performance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering.
• 3–5 years of manufacturing or process engineering experience, preferably in plastics manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience leading process improvement and cost-reduction projects.
• Ability to draw in SolidWorks to assist with process improvement projects.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of plastics materials and processes (APET, CPET, PP preferred).
• Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and manufacturing best practices.
• Strong communication, presentation, and training skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.

Responsibilities

• Establish, monitor, and optimize standard operating conditions to ensure product quality and maximize production rates.
• Lead process improvement projects focused on reducing downtime, improving efficiency, increasing capacity, reducing scrap, and lowering operating costs.
• Conduct root cause investigations and implements corrective actions for quality, production, and equipment-related issues.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to manufacturing operations.
• Evaluate production equipment capabilities and recommend equipment, tooling, and process improvements.
• Train and support operating personnel on process standards, operating procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Audit manufacturing operations and provide recommendations to leadership regarding process performance, operating effectiveness, and safety practices.
• Support and lead efforts related to customer certifications, quality standards, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable.

Skills

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

Troubleshooting

Data analysis

Microsoft Project

SolidWorks

Project leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Microsoft Project

Minitab

Job description

What is my day to day like?

As our Process Engineer / Industrial Engineer, you will play a key role in improving manufacturing processes, increasing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and enhancing product quality. You will work closely with production, engineering, and leadership teams to troubleshoot issues, standardize processes, and lead continuous improvement initiatives that support safe and efficient manufacturing operations.

• Establish, monitor, and optimize standard operating conditions to ensure product quality and maximize production rates.
• Lead process improvement projects focused on reducing downtime, improving efficiency, increasing capacity, reducing scrap, and lowering operating costs.
• Conduct root cause investigations and implements corrective actions for quality, production, and equipment-related issues.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting assistance to manufacturing operations.
• Evaluate production equipment capabilities and recommend equipment, tooling, and process improvements.
• Train and support operating personnel on process standards, operating procedures, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Audit manufacturing operations and provide recommendations to leadership regarding process performance, operating effectiveness, and safety practices.
• Support and lead efforts related to customer certifications, quality standards, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Work in accordance with all company policies and procedures regarding employment, safety, quality, product safety and legality, security, and regulatory compliance as applicable.

What makes a person successful in this position?

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 to 5 years of manufacturing or process engineering experience, preferably in plastics manufacturing.
• Demonstrated experience leading process improvement and cost reduction projects.
• Ability to draw in Solid Works to assist with process improvement projects.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to design and execute process trials and experiments with supporting business justifications.
• Knowledge of plastics materials and processes, including APET, CPET, and PP preferred.
• Understanding of continuous improvement methodologies and manufacturing best practices.
• Strong communication, presentation, and training skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively at all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.

What will my schedule be like?

This is a full-time position scheduled for 40+ hours per week. Additional hours may be required to support production, process improvement projects, equipment trials, and operational needs. Core work hours are generally Monday through Friday, prefer to work an off-shift (2nd/3rd shift) with flexibility required to support manufacturing operations as needed.

Pay, Benefits And More.

Sabert is eager to attract the best, so we offer competitive compensation and a generous benefits package, including full health insurance (medical, dental and vision), 401(k), life insurance, disability and more.

Learn More About Sabert

We are a leading global manufacturer of innovative food packaging products and solutions. The company was founded in 1983 grounded in the purpose of reinventing food packaging to nourish and protect our world. Today we design, manufacture, and distribute a wide spectrum of packaging solutions for food distributors, restaurants & caterers, grocery stores, national food chains and consumer entertaining.

We’re committed to providing reasonable accommodation for applicants with special needs or disabilities during our recruiting process.

Sabert Corporation is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, marital status, being a qualified individual with a disability, protected veteran status, political belief or activity, or any other basis prohibited by law or regulation.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work legally in the United States for Sabert.

Sabert will not commence an employment-based immigration case to fill this open position.