Process Engineer: Optimize Coating Production & Quality

SWM International; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Mativ Holdings, Inc. in New Berlin, WI is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes in the coating plant. You will apply corporate quality programs to operations, drive improvements, and collaborate across functions to deliver cost-effective solutions.

The role emphasizes data-driven process improvements, equipment upgrade recommendations, and strong cross-functional teamwork to support product changes and new launches.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (chemical/polymer/plastic/mechanical preferred)
• Entry level to 5 years experience
• Hands on manufacturing experience
• Data analysis such as Six Sigma/Lean preferred
• AutoCAD drafting preferred
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Self-starter with ability to work independently and in a team
• Strong project management skills to deliver results on time and on budget
• ISO knowledge
• Ability to apply statistical process/quality control
• Willingness to work around hazardous chemicals and wear a respirator when required

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, make recommendations, and improve processes in manufacturing systems.
• Maintain reliable and safe manufacturing systems while improving production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs, and changeovers.
• Develop innovative solutions regarding equipment upgrades and product changes including customer product issues and cost reductions.
• Collaborate with customers, sales, and operations to improve existing products and commercialize new products and processes.
• Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining quality standards.
• Create part numbers and accurately build customer specifications through correct material and converting operations.
• Assess labor, material, and lead time requirements to determine costs for pricing and new product launches.

Skills

Data analysis

Strong communication

Project management

Self-starter

Team collaboration

Hazardous materials awareness

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (chemical/polymer/plastic/mechanical)

Tools

AutoCAD drafting

Job description

Mativ Holdings, Inc. in New Berlin, WI is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes in the coating plant. You will apply corporate quality programs to operations, drive improvements, and collaborate across functions to deliver cost-effective solutions.

The role emphasizes data-driven process improvements, equipment upgrade recommendations, and strong cross-functional teamwork to support product changes and new launches.