Process Engineer - Plastics Manufacturer

Process Engineer – Plastics Manufacturer

Do you enjoy developing and improving processes to safely maximize productivity and quality, while minimizing waste, inefficiencies and production costs? If you are a process engineer with a strong interest in making a difference – an Ensinger career is for you.

Ensinger processes high performance engineering plastics in our North American headquarters located in Washington, PA and four additional US production facilities. Globally, the Ensinger Group is engaged in the development, manufacture and sale of compounds, semi-finished materials, composites, technical parts and profiles made of engineering and high-performance plastics. With a total of 2,700 employees at 35 locations, the family-owned enterprise is represented worldwide in all major industrial regions.

In this vital role you will be responsible for effectively applying your process engineering expertise; enabling operating management to safely meet production goals, at targeted cost levels, while meeting customer expectations for quality and delivery. A key focus will be the development of plans to assure all activities are focused on continuous improvement and team development.

Key Responsibilities

· Support Ensinger’s safety goals, ensuring safe work practices are instilled in all processes

· Proactively drive continuous improvement into new and existing processes using data driven analysis and detailed project planning

· Establish robust, repeatable processes and operating parameters

· Employ manufacturing improvement methodologies to troubleshoot and resolve process variation

· Assist Manufacturing teams in troubleshooting processes and equipment

· Plan and implement new capital projects and equipment modifications

· Support the design, development, purchase and installation of tooling and equipment

· Promote Ensinger technology, tooling and equipment standards

· Coordinate with Product Development teams on production trials of new materials

· Establish process and labor standards

· Develop and maintain process documentation

· Develop training material for manufacturing personnel

· Support US manufacturing locations as requested (up to 10% domestic travel)

Specialized Skills and Abilities

· Proven ability to effectively work as member of a cross-functional team

· Proven ability to apply knowledge and/or experience to define problems, generate alternatives and execute solutions

· Demonstrated application of business improvement principles (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)

· Proven ability to instill accountability and deliver results based on key metrics

· Demonstrated effective communication skills

· Demonstrated strong service orientation

· Demonstrated experience in mechanical/chemical testing methods and requirements

Qualifications

· BS in Engineering required, with Plastics Engineering, Plastics & Polymer Engineering Technology, or Chemical Engineering, a plus

· Applicable experience, a plus

To Apply and Obtain Additional Information

· Apply online: go to www.indeed.com and search for “Ensinger”

· For additional information about Ensinger, please see our website: www.ensingerplastics.com

Ensinger, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer'

Work Remotely

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