Process Engineer - Owensboro KY Be a part of a revolutionary change! At Philip Morris International (PMI), we’ve chosen to do something incredible. We’re totally transforming our business and building our future on one clear purpose – to deliver a smoke-free future. With huge change, comes huge opportunity. So, if you join us, you’ll enjoy the freedom to dream up and deliver better, brighter solutions and the space to move your career forward in endlessly different directions. Our success depends on people who are committed to our purpose and have an appetite for progress. This position sits with our Swedish Match affiliate. The Process Engineer is responsible for ensuring all equipment in the Packing and Processing Departments is properly qualified, performs optimally, and is utilized efficiently. Collaborates with Supervisors, Engineering, General Maintenance, and Production teams to maintain equipment readiness and enhance operational efficiency. Your ‘day to day’ Analyze assigned areas and recommend strategies for optimal utilization of materials, labor, and equipment. Ensure compliance with all applicable PMI and legal standards, policies, and guidelines related to Environment, Health, Safety, and Sustainability to prevent personnel, asset, or societal loss. Promote an interdependent and transparent safety culture by fostering preventive and predictive approaches aligned with Operational Excellence systems. Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support production and cross-functional teams on product quality, processes, and systems, ensuring adherence to standards and continuous improvement initiatives. Provide instruction and training to employees, ensuring safe working habits are established and maintained. Manage technical and scientific knowledge related to production (product, process, and systems) to consistently support operations and maintain expertise. Develop and review documentation for production processes (e.g., process flow diagrams, risk assessments, control points) and deliver training to hourly and salaried employees as needed. Assist in the development and integration of new machinery into production processes. Drive cost-reduction initiatives while maintaining product quality. Implement new technologies and proven systems to reduce process variation and enhance departmental performance. Investigate non-conformities and trends promptly, identify root causes, and implement preventive/corrective actions with proper follow-up and reporting. Ensure compliance with Quality Management System (QMS) processes and procedures. Lead, coordinate, and participate in complex process/system projects from definition through implementation and post-project monitoring. Create and maintain documentation to facilitate knowledge transfer and production data management. Work a flexible schedule and spend time across all 24/7 shifts as needed. Maintain knowledge of contractual obligations with the Union and conduct operations in alignment with Company/Union relations. Lead or participate in special project teams to improve factory performance and implement global initiatives. Act as SME for Global Centers of Excellence (CoE) teams and provide support during internal and external audits. Perform additional tasks, projects, and initiatives as assigned by management. Take ownership of personal training and development plans, ensuring compliance with established requirements.