Senior Process Engineer - Plastics Blow Molding (Multi-Site)

Greif, Inc.; Alsip (IL); On-site; USD 104,000 - 177,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Short-term incentive

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Greif, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer in Alsip, IL to lead process improvements across multiple manufacturing locations, focusing on safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance in plastics blow molding. Travel to support facilities in Alsip, IL, Baytown, TX, and Lavonia, GA will be necessary.

The role requires 5+ years in blow molding, PLC/industrial controls experience, and strong problem-solving skills. Relocation assistance is considered for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of direct plastic blow molding experience.
• Proven experience troubleshooting and optimizing blow molding processes and process parameters.
• Experience with PLC programming and industrial controls.
• Ability and willingness to travel regularly to support multiple locations (Alsip, IL; Baytown, TX; Lavonia, GA).

Responsibilities

• Lead process optimization initiatives to improve productivity, labor efficiency, quality, and manufacturing performance.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing tools including Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), A3 problem-solving, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Conduct process trials, analyze results, and implement improvements to reduce variability, scrap, and operating costs.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing processes and equipment using root cause analysis and data-driven problem-solving techniques.
• Develop, establish, and maintain optimal process parameters to support product quality and performance requirements.
• Create, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Conditions (SOC) and process controls for key production equipment.
• Collaborate with Reliability, Maintenance, Quality, and Operations teams to improve equipment performance and process stability.
• Support equipment upgrades, repairs, and replacement projects by developing specifications and evaluating equipment performance.
• Assist with PLC-related troubleshooting, controls improvements, and process automation initiatives.
• Develop and deliver training programs for operators, technicians, supervisors, and maintenance personnel.
• Establish and support Critical Process Equipment (CPE) programs to improve process reliability and equipment performance.
• Partner with Quality and Reliability teams to implement process control systems and quality verification standards.
• Support product certifications by ensuring manufacturing processes consistently meet established requirements.
• Document best practices, lessons learned, and standardized processes across facilities to drive operational consistency.
• Collaborate with Product Engineering on prototypes, testing, product trials, and new product development activities.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, process records, and production performance reports.
• Travel to manufacturing facilities as needed to support process improvement initiatives, training, and troubleshooting activities.

Job description

Greif, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer in Alsip, IL to lead process improvements across multiple manufacturing locations, focusing on safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance in plastics blow molding. Travel to support facilities in Alsip, IL, Baytown, TX, and Lavonia, GA will be necessary.

The role requires 5+ years in blow molding, PLC/industrial controls experience, and strong problem-solving skills. Relocation assistance is considered for the right candidate.