Process Engineer II

Tarkett • Chagrin Falls, OH

62d • Onsite

About The Position

Tarkett, a growing leader in flooring solutions, is seeking a talented, customer-focused Process Engineer to service the Chagrin Falls PVC Facility. This role is primarily responsible for leading manufacturing development initiatives across multiple departments, as well as supporting World Class Manufacturing (WCM), Lean, and Six Sigma processes throughout the facility. The Process Engineer will drive improvements in process efficiency and reduced operating costs by combining lean methods with data collection and analysis. This position reports into the Engineering Manager and partners with Production, Quality, Safety, Procurement and Maintenance Departments to eliminate process variation and execute cost reduction opportunities with a focus on Safety and Professional Maintenance.

Requirements

• BS degree in Engineering or Plastics Field, related technical degree, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years of related experience
• Proven development and implementation of process control procedures
• Experience leading capital projects and managing process improvement efforts
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, to establish root cause and implement sustainable corrective actions
• Strong computer skills (MS Office programs)
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Possess a collaborative, customer focused attitude
• Promote a safety driven culture

Nice To Haves

• Experience with PVC extrusion processes
• Experience with extrusion equipment and controls (Davis Standard, Cincinnati Milacron, and/or Kraus Maffei)
• Experience with material conveyance equipment and controls (Wittman, Conair, Novatec)
• Experience with downstream extrusion equipment and controls
• Experience with packaging and palletization processes
• Experience with automation and robotics
• Application of Lean principles, tools, and techniques
• Experience using SolidWorks
• Experience with SAP

Responsibilities

• Own process definition in the plant and drive initiatives to improve process control
• Drive improvements in productivity, quality (internal and external), and standardization
• Integrate and document engineered solutions
• Develop solutions to support ongoing manufacturing and equipment safety initiatives
• Collaborate cross functionally with technical and production team to ensure that the production process aligns with the specified production outputs
• Lead small to medium scale cross functional process improvement teams and projects to meet timelines and project goals
• Support Senior Engineer on large scale projects to implement best practices, standard work, and process controls
• Develop business cases and write Capital Appropriation Requests including project cost and justification with payback & ROI calculations to support operational needs
• Provide technical expertise to internal and external customers
• Providing and maintaining a safe working environment and encouraging safe work practices
• Collaborate with Maintenance and Die Shop to provide a safe and efficient production environment
• Create and/or update plant or machinery drawings as needed to support process improvements
• Negotiate with and oversee suppliers and contractors on equipment installation, redesign, and troubleshooting.
• Establish and maintain documentation and electronic files necessary to support the business unit. (SOPs, SMPs, Risk Assessments, etc.)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A commitment that Safety is #1
• Competitive benefits, pay, and retirement plan options!
• Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
• Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future
• We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
• We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
• We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees