Process Engineer - Papermaking & Process Optimization

Crane NXT, Co.; Dalton (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Bonus plan

401(k) match

Job summary

Crane Currency in Dalton, MA is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes for secure currency production. You will drive Six Sigma–based improvements, coordinate trials with R&D and Supply Chain, and collaborate across Operations to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering/science, pulp/papermaking co‑op experience, MS Office proficiency, and SPC training. U.S. citizenship and background checks apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Science (or equivalent) is required.
• Co-op experience in pulp and papermaking operations is required.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Training in statistical process control is preferred.
• Experience on projects to develop/improve systems is required.

Responsibilities

• Support product validation trials to ensure quality and performance.
• Coordinate scale-up/validation trials with Supply Chain & R&D for new materials/products.
• Apply Six Sigma tools to improve processes and reduce variation.
• Support safe/reliable manufacturing systems to improve rates, yields, and costs.
• Optimize and troubleshoot manufacturing processes to ensure consistent quality.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement preventive measures.
• Prepare detailed reports of trial results and improvements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive process enhancements.

Skills

Co-op experience

Six Sigma knowledge

Project/process improvement

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Crane Currency in Dalton, MA is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes for secure currency production. You will drive Six Sigma–based improvements, coordinate trials with R&D and Supply Chain, and collaborate across Operations to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

The role requires a bachelor's degree in engineering/science, pulp/papermaking co‑op experience, MS Office proficiency, and SPC training. U.S. citizenship and background checks apply.