Process Engineer - Lean Manufacturing & Adhesives Innovation

Henkel; Cannon Falls (MN); On-site; USD 76,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Work-Life Balance

Financial

Family Support

Career Growth

Job summary

Henkel in Minnesota is seeking a manufacturing/process engineer to own thermal interface material production, guiding processes from raw materials to delivery. You will troubleshoot, perform root-cause analyses, and implement corrective actions to enhance quality and efficiency.

You will support new product launches by defining processes, SOPs, and operating conditions, while leading equipment improvements and MOC activities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• 0-3 years of experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or related environment.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, process optimization, and problem-solving methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Own manufacturing processes for thermal interface material product lines from raw material processing through customer delivery.
• Lead troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to improve product quality and process performance.
• Support new product launches by conducting process capability studies, developing operating conditions, and creating SOPs.
• Manage process and equipment improvement projects, including MOC activities and validation of new manufacturing methods.
• Train production operators on equipment operation, testing methods, and standard work practices.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, efficiency, waste reduction, and Lean Manufacturing principles.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Process optimization

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication & teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering field

Job description

Henkel in Minnesota is seeking a manufacturing/process engineer to own thermal interface material production, guiding processes from raw materials to delivery. You will troubleshoot, perform root-cause analyses, and implement corrective actions to enhance quality and efficiency.

You will support new product launches by defining processes, SOPs, and operating conditions, while leading equipment improvements and MOC activities.