Process Engineer II - Manufacturing Production Operations

Intermedia Group Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Intermedia Group Inc. in Edison, NJ is seeking a Process Engineer II to lead manufacturing production operations. The role focuses on daily production support, process stability, and continuous improvement to optimize equipment efficiency and product quality.

You will analyze data, develop SOPs, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with engineers and vendors. A path to Superintendent exists with demonstrated leadership and problem-solving abilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant technical field.
• 3+ years in industrial continuous process manufacturing as process or design engineer.
• 2+ years troubleshooting manufacturing processes.
• DOE for process improvement experience.
• Strong problem-solving and data analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership to maintain equipment efficiency and process stability.
• Develop standard control processes and operating procedures.
• Troubleshoot production issues and drive corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors for solutions.
• Lead process improvements to enhance quality and reduce costs.
• Support maintenance and operations with training and guidance.

Skills

SAP experience

Vendor collaboration

Six Sigma Green Belt

Plastics/extrusion exp

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or relevant field

Job description

Process Engineer II - Manufacturing Production Operations

• Edison, NJ
• $95,000 to $125,000

OPEN JOB: Process Engineer II
LOCATION: Edison, New Jersey
Relocation Assistance Available
BASE SALARY: $95,000 to $125,000
INDUSTRY: Manufacturing / Building Materials

• This is a critical role supporting daily production operations, process stability, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• The Process Engineer plays a key part in maintaining equipment efficiency, troubleshooting production issues, supporting quality standards, and driving process optimization efforts across the facility.

Key Qualifications

• Strong technical troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, preferably with SAP experience
• Experience collaborating with vendors to leverage technical expertise and implement solutions
• Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred
• Plastics and/or extrusion manufacturing experience is a strong plus

Work Environment & Expectations

• Supports a two-shift manufacturing operation
• May occasionally receive off-hours calls to assist with critical production issues
• Requires a hands-on, solution-oriented mindset with a commitment to seeing problems through to resolution
• Opportunity for growth and development into a future Superintendent role

• The purpose of the Process Engineer's role will be to provide technical leadership to operate a major asset (typical annual revenue of $50MM to $200MM) at target regarding output, usage of material and energy by meeting the product specifications.
• To achieve that goal, the Process Engineer II needs to establish a process of data collection, auditing and preventive maintenance which allows the identification of deviations quickly and suggests the implementation of corrective measures. Lean, RCCA analysis, 5 time Why and the JM Solve-It method or Keppner / Tregoe, a 6 Sigma approach should be applied where needed.
• Furthermore, the Process Engineer II will be responsible for addressing improvements in process efficiency, product quality, and the cost of poor quality for the process, leading process optimization. Together with the electrical engineers, process control architecture will be developed and tuned.
• In collaboration with the specialists, process modeling systems get developed and implemented to further optimize the efficiency of the operations.
• Based on performance analysis, raw material specifications will be reviewed on a regular frequency and potentially adjusted to drive the expected performance improvement.

Day to Day:

• Perform continuous analysis identifying areas for improvement and corrective actions.
• Develop standard control processes and standard operating procedures.
• Support the Operations and Maintenance Department efforts to trouble shoot and solve problems. Have a work until the problem is solved attitude.
• Utilize blueprints, electrical diagrams, equipment manuals, and engineering drawings to assist in the design, optimization, and troubleshooting of industrial systems.
• Responsible for monitoring product quality, investigations of quality problems and customer complaints, direction of SPC and design experiments.
• Execute standard control processes and standard operating procedures.
• Develops and provides training documents. Aids the Production Department and Maintenance personnel by personal consultations, formal training, and monitoring the execution of policies and checklists.
• Understands and helps implement the Edison Site Environmental Policy and Objectives
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to support operations, requiring professional flexibility to address urgent manufacturing challenges.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, science or relevant technical field with a minimum of 3 years of experience in industrial continuous process manufacturing either as a process or design engineer and 2 years troubleshooting on manufacturing processes
• Proven track record of identifying and implementing process improvements
• Demonstrated problem solving skills including complex data analysis
• Successful history of innovation and adaptability
• Solid project management skills
• Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks
• Proven results orientation including the ability to lead key projects to successful completion
• Experience with DOE for process improvement
• Solid interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to set and communicate expectations to team members
• Demonstrated collaboration skills including the ability to interact with a broad range of employees
• Proven ability to make timely decisions
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook
• Strong leadership skills
• Proven analytical and quality improvement ability
• Ability to interface at all levels of the organization, both internally and externally
• Supervises/Leads individuals or a project team to achieve milestones and objectives by setting priorities and providing direction.
• Work environment is typical of a manufacturing facility: May be exposed to environmental conditions of cold, heat, high noise levels, moving mechanical parts, heights, dust/mist/gases/fumes, extensive walking or climbing, etc.