Production Engineer

Crosslinked

Circleville (OH)

On-site

USD 100,000 - 130,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Crosslinked in Circleville, OH is seeking a Production Engineer to support Kapton polyimide film manufacturing lines. The role focuses on providing technical leadership to improve safety, reliability, quality, and productivity across polymer production, coating, heat treatment, and finishing steps.

You will collaborate with Operations, Engineering, and Maintenance to troubleshoot complex issues, drive process improvements, and lead initiatives ranging from incremental changes to larger

Qualifications

Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related engineering discipline.
Relevant co-op or internship experience will be considered.
Experience with Process Safety Management (PSM) systems and processes.
Ability to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment and manufacturing process issues.
Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

Provide technical oversight and engineering support for day-to-day manufacturing operations and assets.
Monitor and improve process capability, OEE, yield, product quality, and equipment performance.
Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex production, quality, equipment, and safety issues.
Develop and improve manufacturing standards and processes to drive consistent performance.
Support manufacturing trials, scale-up of new products, and MOC activities.
Provide training for operators and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Communication skills

Troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Education

Mechanical Engineering

Chemical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Related engineering discipline

Job description

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Production Engineer

Qnity

Circleville, OH,yesterday,verified 19 h ago

BS-level Process Engineering roles on Crosslinked list a median of $116k (777 that show pay). This posting does not list pay.

Provide technical support to improve yield, quality and reliability on Kapton polyimide film manufacturing lines.

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Why it is interesting. Own process and yield improvements on production lines making Kapton polyimide film, from polymer production through coating and heat treatment.

Might not be for you. Fully on-site plant role focused on production support and PSM duties, with no sponsorship.

Generalist First industry roleBS acceptable Realistic requirements

Adjacent materials role:Kapton polyimide film manufacturing: polymer production, film casting, coating, heat treatment; process capability, yield, new product scale-up

Seniority Entry level

Work On-site

Type Full-time

Degree BS

Experience No minimum

Industry Electronics

Role Process Engineering

Visa No sponsorship

Role details

Are you looking to power the next leap in the exciting world of advanced electronics? Do you want to help solve problems that drive success in the rapidly evolving technology and connectivity landscape? Then bring your problem-solving, passion, and creativity to help us power the next leap in electronics. At Qnity, we're more than a global leader in materials and solutions for advanced electronics and high-tech industries - we're a tight-knit team that is motivated by new possibilities, and always up for a challenge. All our dedicated teams contribute to making cutting-edge technology possible.

Position Summary

Qnity's Kapton® film manufacturing business is seeking a Production Engineer to join our team in Circleville, Ohio. The Circleville site manufactures Kapton® polyimide film, a high-performance material used across electronics and industrial applications. Our manufacturing operations include polymer production, film casting, coating, heat treatment, slitting, and other converting processes. As a Production Engineer, you will provide technical leadership and engineering expertise to improve the safety, reliability, quality, productivity, and overall performance of Kapton® manufacturing operations.

You will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, and other technical teams to troubleshoot complex issues, optimize processes, and implement improvements ranging from incremental changes to larger technology upgrades. This role may also serve in a Process Safety Management (PSM) critical role and provide technical leadership for process safety activities. This role is 100% onsite reporting to our Circleville, Ohio facility. Candidates who currently reside within a commutable distance to Circleville Ohio will be given priority. Please note: Sponsorship is not provided now or in the future for this opportunity.

What You'll Do

Provide technical oversight and engineering support for day-to-day manufacturing operations and assigned production assets. Monitor and improve process capability, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), yield, product quality, and equipment performance. Identify manufacturing improvement opportunities and lead implementation of targeted process and equipment improvements. Develop and maintain process monitoring, data trending, and performance tools to identify emerging issues and improvement opportunities. Partner with Operations to lead asset recovery following process interruptions and restore equipment to standard operating capability.

Analyze defect maps, product quality trends, and manufacturing performance to identify and implement corrective actions. Lead troubleshooting and root cause analysis for complex production, quality, equipment, and safety issues. Develop, document, and improve manufacturing standards and processes to drive consistent product and process performance. Support manufacturing trials and the scale-up and introduction of new products. Develop and lead Management of Change (MOC) activities for minor equipment and process modifications. Support the development and delivery of technical and process training for operators.

Provide technical input into the site's five-year technology plan and lead assigned improvement initiatives. Maintain applicable Process Technology documentation and serve as a technical resource for Process Hazard Analysis (PHA) activities. Collaborate across site and organizational technical networks to share knowledge, apply best practices, and leverage engineering expertise.

What We’re Looking For

Required Qualifications Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous experience in an industrial or manufacturing environment. Relevant co-op or internship experience will also be considered. Experience working with Process Safety Management (PSM) systems and processes. Demonstrated ability to apply engineering fundamentals to diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve equipment and manufacturing process issues. Experience with process improvement, equipment reliability, yield improvement, process controls, or manufacturing optimization. Ability to teach, coach, mentor, and develop others in a team-based manufacturing environment. Ability to prioritize and manage multiple complex and time-sensitive initiatives.

Demonstrated ability to build effective teams and deliver results through collaboration, influence, and negotiation. Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to cross-functional teams. Ability to build strong technical networks across manufacturing, engineering, operations, and broader organizational teams. Join our Talent Community to stay connected with us! Qnity is an equal opportunity employer.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information. Qnity offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page. We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to enhance our recruitment process.

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