Process Engineer III

Trex; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 98,000 - 148,000; Full time

Job summary

Trex seeks an experienced engineering leader to drive process development and optimization for wood/plastic composite production. You will set operating parameters, support production and maintenance teams, and oversee line performance to sustain high-quality output.

Ideal candidates bring 8+ years in manufacturing or chemical processes, strong problem-solving skills, and a track record in continuous improvement using MS Office and Six Sigma methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science in engineering or related field.
• 8+ years managing manufacturing or chemical process operations for wood/plastic composites or extrusion.
• Working knowledge of problem-solving techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of MS Office applications.
• Plastics processing or extrusion experience preferred.
• Formal problem-solving training such as Kepner-Tregoe or Six Sigma is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop processes and procedures for plant equipment in wood/plastic composites manufacturing; establish operating parameters with minimal supervision.
• Provide technical assistance to production supervisors, technicians, and maintenance to optimize plant equipment operation.
• Ensure proper operation of manufacturing lines and coordinate repair/replacement of equipment as needed.
• Manage die repair and development.
• Communicate project and process status with weekly reports to Site Technical Manager.
• Recommend capital projects based on cost-benefit analyses and coordinate with other departments.

Skills

Process Optimization

Manufacturing Leadership

Data Analysis

MS Office

Education

BS in Engineering

Tools

Kepner-Tregoe

Six Sigma

Capital Equipment Justification

Job description

• Salary Range : $98,453.55 USD to $147,680.32 USD
• Salary : $123,066.94 USD per year
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: PROCE004087

Description

Purpose/Primary Function:

The primary function of this position is to lead the development and optimization of manufacturing processes and procedures for wood/plastic composites, ensuring efficient operation and adherence to quality standards. The incumbent will be responsible for establishing and maintaining operating parameters for plant equipment, providing technical support to production, maintenance, and process teams, and overseeing the proper functioning of manufacturing lines. Additionally, the role involves managing die repair and development, communicating project and process status to management, and recommending capital projects to enhance production efficiency.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Develop processes and procedures for the function of plant equipment required in manufacturing wood/plastic composites. Establish and maintain the required operating parameters, based on observed data and best practices, with minimal supervision from the supervisor.
• Provide technical assistance to the Production Supervisors, Process Technicians, and maintenance team members to solve problems and optimize the operation of plant equipment.
• Assume responsibility for the proper operation of the manufacturing lines and coordinate the repair and replacement of these pieces of equipment as needed.
• Assume responsibility for all die repair and development.
• Communicate project and process status with weekly reports to the Site Technical Manager.
• Recommend capital projects based on a cost-benefit analysis and the intended production impact. Work with other departments on capital projects or improvements, identify necessary resources, and follow up to assess the operational success of the installed equipment.
• Problem-solving expertise to address process, equipment, materials, quality, and EHS issues.

Education/Experiences:

Required:

• A Bachelor of Science Degree in an engineering discipline
• 8+ years of experience in manufacturing or chemical process operations managing the manufacturing processes and procedures of wood/plastic composites and/or extrusion processes.
• Working knowledge of problem-solving techniques
• Extensive knowledge of MS Office applications.

Preferred:

• Plastics processing and/or extrusion experience.
• Formal problem-solving training, such as Kepner-Tregoe and Six Sigma
• Related experience in purchasing, capital equipment justification purchase and installation, warehousing, and quality control.

An Ideal candidate will be able to demonstrate the following technical and functional competencies:

• Process Management: Good at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done; knows how to organize people and activities; understands how to separate and combine tasks into an efficient workflow; knows what to measure and how to measure it; can see opportunities for synergy and integration where others can’t; can simplify complex processes; gets more out of fewer resources.
• Decision Quality: Makes good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; most of his/her solutions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; is sought out by others for advice and solutions.
• Communicating (Verbal & Written): Listens attentively and expresses ideas clearly and concisely. Shares relevant information in a timely and effective manner. Is available to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect.
• Timely Decision Making: Makes tough decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; has a bias for action.
• Problem-Solving: Solves difficult problems with effective solutions; asks good questions and probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see underlying or hidden problems and patterns; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answer.
• Continuous Improvement: Provides high-quality products and services that meet the needs of the business. Commits to continuous development and fosters an environment that enables the most efficient and effective work processes.
• Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn’t upset when things are up in the air; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty.
• Planning: Sets goals and objectives; breaks down work into process st eps; develops schedules and task/people assignments; anticipates and adjusts for problems; measures performance; evaluates results. Aligns work plans with the broader business strategy.
• Priority Setting: Spends his/her time and the time of others on what’s important; quickly zeroes in on the critical few and puts the trivial many aside; can quickly sense what will help or hinder accomplishing a goal; eliminates roadblocks; creates focus.
• Technical Knowledge: Does well in functional or technical courses; learns new industry, company, product, functional, or technical knowledge; and maintains a network of internal and external contacts.

Travel Required

Yes . 25%

Qualifications

Experience

Required

8 years: Manufacturing or chemical processes

Equal Opportunity Employer

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