Job Description

Essential Job Functions

• Gather and analyze key metrics for all equipment, including OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), uptime, efficiency, scrap, and other relevant performance indicators.
• Provide ongoing training to line operators to enhance their understanding and performance.
• Support cross-functional departments, including Production, Materials, Quality, Engineering, and Maintenance, with key performance metrics, troubleshooting, and process support.
• Identify and evaluate process improvement opportunities to:
  • Optimize line throughput.
  • Minimize downtime.
  • Enhance product consistency, appearance, performance, and adherence to specifications.
• Pinpoint process bottlenecks, perform root cause analysis, and recommend corrective actions or improvements.
• Develop and implement comprehensive training programs and sessions for machine operators.
• Research and evaluate equipment alternatives or modifications to enhance the efficiency of existing machinery.

Education and Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or equivalent experience required.
• 1–3 years of experience as a process engineer in a plastics manufacturing environment preferred.
• Comprehensive knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes.
• Strong understanding of statistical analysis and its application in manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with Statistical Process Control (SPC) principles and related software is preferred.
• Experience with project management is beneficial.
• Basic understanding of quality control systems.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Experience in job training or employee development is a plus.
• Basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to troubleshoot equipment and processes.
• Strong analytical skills for problem-solving and process evaluation.