Process Engineer

Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and industrial markets.

The Novolex sustainability vision is built upon three pillars: our products, our operations and our people. Each is critically important to our growth and future as a business. These pillars form the foundation of our company-wide commitment to sustainability, helping us achieve our ambitious goals through our wide-ranging initiatives.

The Process Engineer has the primary responsibility of working with production teams to identify opportunities, conduct root cause analysis where processes fail to achieve standards, and develop successful action plans to improve overall performance.

• Troubleshoot problems associated with manufacturing processes.
• Develop, track, and communicate successful action plans.
• Conduct tests and monitor the process performance throughout production.
• Assist with equipment retrofits/upgrades.
• Direct product changes and assist with start-up procedures.
• Evaluate process and improvements for the production floor and training of production employees for such processes.
• Develop and maintain training technical program, troubleshooting guidelines and process control
• Support training of processes for new hires and current employees, keeping proper documentation of training.
• Provide key role for the site's Continuous Improvement culture by directly supporting structured problem-solving activity - Kaizens, A3's, etc.
• Provide direct process engineering support to the site - examples include documenting process improvements, operator training, process capability studies and safety improvement initiatives.
• Determine technical and economic feasibility at each stage in the development process.
• Develop capital estimates for potential new products and or process programs.
• Performs all work in accordance with established OSHA, EPA and safety regulations.
• Work environment: This position will spend approximately 80% of the time in a production floor environment of a manufacturing plant. During time spent in the manufacturing plant floor, this position is subject to moderate noise levels, high and low temperatures and other standard elements of a manufacturing environment.

• B.S. degree in Engineering or related discipline preferred
• Working knowledge of statistical process control, design of experiments and quality systems.
• Background in continuous improvement process and principles - prior experience participating in and preferably leading focused improvement teams is a must.
• Supervisory experience required - directing work, coaching, managing performance and development.
• Ability to coach and train at all levels in the organization.
• Experience working within a team environment, and experience in motivating, and leading current and new employees.
• Adherence and consistent compliance to all food/GMP standards and regulations.

Benefits

With safety as our top priority and a commitment to employee well-being an important focus, we offer comprehensive and competitive benefits that include medical, dental and vision insurance (including Telehealth options) as well as a variety of other well-being resources focused on mental, physical and financial health. Specific benefitsand well-being programs may vary depending on where you work.

Community Engagement

At Novolex, giving back to the local communities that support us is important. Our Focused Giving Program prioritizes support for organizations whose missions promote sustainability initiatives or address food and hunger needs. We also encourage facility level support of activities in the communities where our employees live and work.

Training and Development

We offer constant opportunities for advancement. From skills development to advanced education programs, training and development programs and courses are available through Novolex University. Programs include company and industry training curricula, support for formal education through the Tuition Reimbursement Program, and a Learning Management System that supports and enhances employee skills at all levels of the organization.

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