Process Improvement Engineer

Magnera Corporation; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Magnera Corporation is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer/Specialist to drive operational excellence across U.S. and Canadian operations.

You will lead lean initiatives, use AI-enabled analytics, and develop MOS deployment strategies while mentoring teams and delivering measurable improvements. Ideal candidates will have a bachelor's degree in a related field, 3+ years of manufacturing experience, and hands-on expertise in process mapping, SPC, and data analytics.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience; nonwovens, paper, or film manufacturing preferred.
• Experience applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt preferred; Black Belt a plus and will be expected to achieve in role).
• Proficiency in process mapping, root cause analysis, SPC, and data analytics.
• Experience with Power BI, AI-enabled analytics, and/or digital tools preferred.
• Strong project management, communication.
• Up to 50% travel requirement.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational and production data to identify waste, variation, and bottlenecks.
• Lead Kaizen events, DMAIC projects, and structured problem-solving activities.
• Develop current and future-state process maps and implement improvement plans.
• Apply Lean tools including 5S, standard work, visual management, and daily management systems.
• Develop SOPs and standardized processes to improve performance and consistency.
• Monitor KPIs and validate improvements through data analysis and SPC.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and EHS teams to implement sustainable improvements.
• Support project pipeline development, project chartering, and benefit tracking.
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of the Magnera Operating System (MOS).

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Data analytics

Project management

Process mapping

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Operations

Tools

Power BI

AI-enabled analytics

Job description

OVERVIEW

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

Job Summary

The Process Improvement Engineer/Specialist drives operational excellence by identifying and implementing opportunities to improve productivity, quality, cost, and service. Using Lean, Six Sigma, AI-enabled analytics, and data-driven problem solving, this role leads continuous improvement initiatives and supports deployment of the Magnera Operating System (MOS) across U.S. and Canadian operations. This role is a leadership development opportunity with a target of 2-3 years supporting key projects and initiatives with a path to increased responsibilities/position.

JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze operational and production data to identify waste, variation, and bottlenecks.
• Lead Kaizen events, DMAIC projects, and structured problem-solving activities.
• Develop current and future-state process maps and implement improvement plans.
• Apply Lean tools including 5S, standard work, visual management, and daily management systems.
• Develop SOPs and standardized processes to improve performance and consistency.
• Monitor KPIs and validate improvements through data analysis and SPC.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and EHS teams to implement sustainable improvements.
• Support project pipeline development, project chartering, and benefit tracking.
• Support implementation and continuous improvement of the Magnera Operating System (MOS).

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing experience; nonwovens, paper, or film manufacturing preferred.
• Experience applying Lean and Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt preferred; Black Belt a plus and will be expected to achieve in role).
• Proficiency in process mapping, root cause analysis, SPC, and data analytics.
• Experience with Power BI, AI-enabled analytics, and/or digital tools preferred.
• Strong project management, communication.
• Up to 50% travel requirement.

Competencies

• Continuous improvement mindset
• Data-driven decision maker
• Strong problem solver and change agent
• Results-oriented with the ability to collaborate and influence across all levels of the organization

Impact

Deliver measurable improvements in productivity, quality, standardization, and operational performance while advancing MOS deployment across Magnera.