Senior Process Engineer: Lean Yield & Productivity Leader

Klöckner Pentaplast Europe GmbH & Co. KG; West Virginia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Klöckner Pentaplast Europe GmbH & Co. KG in West Virginia seeks a senior process engineer to lead a step-change in manufacturing performance.

You will direct waste reduction, yield improvements and productivity initiatives on the shop floor, partnering with site leadership to deliver measurable results. The role requires a strong Lean and Six Sigma background, 7+ years of manufacturing process engineering, and a hands-on approach to solving complex technical challenges while driving

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in Chemical, Mechanical, Manufacturing or Process Engineering.
• 7+ years of process engineering experience in manufacturing.
• Proven track record in yield, productivity and efficiency improvements.
• Strong Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement background; Six Sigma Green/Black Belt desirable.
• Experience leading cross-functional improvement projects from concept to implementation.
• Strong analytical skills with experience in structured problem-solving, SPC and DOE.

Responsibilities

• Lead waste reduction, yield improvement and productivity programmes with measurable outcomes.
• Assess manufacturing processes to identify opportunities and execute high-impact initiatives.
• Analyze production data to identify losses and implement sustainable corrective actions using Lean, Six Sigma, DOE and SPC.
• Collaborate with Site Manager and Operations to set priorities and accelerate implementation.
• Lead cross-functional projects from diagnosis to implementation and handover to Operations.
• Develop and monitor performance metrics and visual management systems for yield, waste and productivity.
• Identify, evaluate and pursue capital investment opportunities to improve performance.
• Coach operators, supervisors and technical teams in continuous improvement methodologies.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt)

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Data analysis

DOE

SPC

On-floor presence

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Mechanical/Manufacturing or Process Engineering

Job description

Klöckner Pentaplast Europe GmbH & Co. KG in West Virginia seeks a senior process engineer to lead a step-change in manufacturing performance.

You will direct waste reduction, yield improvements and productivity initiatives on the shop floor, partnering with site leadership to deliver measurable results. The role requires a strong Lean and Six Sigma background, 7+ years of manufacturing process engineering, and a hands-on approach to solving complex technical challenges while driving