Job Description

Here are some of the great benefits that we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Company paid health and dental benefits
• Paid vacation and an annual bonus
• 401K with company match 
• Opportunity for career stability and growth
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Protective personal equipment is provided or cost of purchase is reimbursed
• On the job training

Responsibilities and Duties

• Process improvement: Analyze existing workflows to identify and correct inefficiencies, reduce waste, increase output, and lower production costs.
• Implement advanced control strategies: Design and program advanced process control (APC) applications, including model predictive control (MPC) and multivariable control systems, to optimize production and improve product consistency.
• Apply Statistical Process Control (SPC): Utilize SPC techniques to monitor process behavior, identify non-random variations, and trigger corrective actions before defects occur. This includes designing and analyzing control charts to maintain statistical control.
• Provide floor presence and support: Spend significant time on the factory floor to oversee the implementation of control strategies, troubleshoot issues directly with maintenance and operations staff, and ensure automated systems are functioning correctly.
• Perform validation and documentation: Execute process qualification and continued process verification, developing comprehensive documentation to demonstrate consistent process performance in compliance with regulatory standards (e.g., FDA, ISO).
• Conduct data-driven analysis: Collect and analyze real-time process data from automated systems to identify trends, deviations, and opportunities for process optimization. Use data to drive improvement initiatives and root cause analysis.
• Project Management: Coordinate the full lifecycle of projects, including defining scope, managing timelines, selecting vendors, and commissioning new equipment and control systems

Required skills and qualifications

• Technical expertise: Demonstrated, hands-on experience with process control methodologies, including advanced control techniques, PID tuning, and SPC.
• Polymer Science: Understanding of plastic material (e.g. PP, PE, PET), along with understanding extrusion, injection molding, with a background on machine setup and tool design.
• Control systems proficiency: Deep knowledge of control systems, instrumentation, and relevant software, such as DCS, PLC, and SCADA systems.
• Robotics and automation: Proven experience in integrating, programming, and maintaining industrial robotic systems (e.g., FANUC, KUKA) for manufacturing applications.
• High technical aptitude: A natural inclination for hands-on problem-solving, with the ability to quickly grasp and master complex technical systems and diagnostics.
• Data analysis: Experience with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD), process simulation, modeling tools (e.g., MATLAB, Simulink), and data analysis software (e.g., Python, Minitab) to drive process improvements.
• Compliance and documentation: Strong understanding of quality management principles and the ability to produce detailed and accurate validation documentation.

Education and Certifications

• Preferred - Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Required - 3-5 years of experience within manufacturing, engineering, or process engineering roles. 
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and materials.
• Proficiency in process simulation, modeling, and statistical analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Minitab, etc.), and Microsoft applications.

Work Environment

• Manufacturing environment works in a dynamic, hands-on setting, combining office-based analytical work with a heavy presence on the factory floor. The work environment is characterized by a blend of technical complexity, direct operational support, and a commitment to safety and quality.
• Factory floor: The role demands a significant presence on the production floor, where conditions can vary.
• Potential conditions: Expect variable temperatures, loud machinery, and the presence of industrial equipment.
• Safety protocols: Standard Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as hard hats, safety glasses, ear protection, and steel-toed boots, are typically required.
• Emergency response: You must be available to respond to emergency calls to address critical production issues or equipment failures.
• Collaboration: Interaction is frequent and essential, involving collaboration with cross-functional teams, including production managers, technicians, maintenance staff, quality assurance, and other engineers.
• Pace and demands: The environment is fast-paced and can be high-pressure, especially during new equipment commissioning, product launches, or major troubleshooting events. Success depends on strong problem-solving skills, resilience, and adaptability

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