Process Engineer - Continuous Improvement
About The Position
AstenJohnson is hiring a Process Engineer for its Waco plant. Under the supervision of the Waco Manufacturing Team Leader, this role is responsible for continually improving processes and products, quality control, and participating in technical and new product development. The engineer may lead improvement projects across the business using Lean Six Sigma tools and will collaborate with technical, manufacturing, and production leaders, operators, other U.S. sites, and the Product Management Team. The role requires knowledge of each production step, from raw materials through finished product. It also provides hands-on support for safe and efficient production, troubleshooting, customer quality issues, innovation, and digitalization.
Requirements
- Engineering or technical degree in electrical, chemical, mechanical, textile, or physics.
- Analytical, data-driven approach.
- Ability to lead projects and teams effectively.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to interact effectively with multidisciplinary team members.
- Excellent technical oral and written communication skills in English.
- Knowledge of each production step, from raw materials through finished product.
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor's degree preferred.
- Deep knowledge of controls and drives.
- Knowledge of the nonwoven or needle-punch process.
- Previous experience in product development and process improvement.
- Bilingual Spanish.
Responsibilities
- Promote a safety culture based on accountability, trust, and care for teammates.
- Maintain professionalism, a positive attitude, and cooperation with fellow associates.
- Maintain product conformance with quality standards and determine disposition of non-conforming products or resolve production problems.
- Provide manufacturing process support.
- Lead improvement projects to increase machine efficiency and reduce costs.
- Collaborate with the digital Champion group to advance site digitalization.
- Investigate customer complaints and quality concerns, identify root causes and corrective actions, and serve as the primary customer quality contact.
- Encourage an innovative, change-friendly workplace that is receptive to new ideas.
- Participate in and lead innovation projects.
- Become an expert in line troubleshooting.
- Provide technical support to Sales when needed.
- Maintain ISO 9001:2015 compliance, coordinate audits, and maintain the quality management system.
- Ensure high-quality laboratory analysis.
- Travel to other sites for technical support as needed.
- Provide frequent customer contact and support equipment installation during normal business travel.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
- Company-paid basic life insurance, AD&D, and short- and long-term disability.
- 401(k) with company match for eligible associates.
- Supplemental coverage for critical illness, accidents, and hospitalization.
- Employee Wellness Program.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Zero Accident Culture (ZAC).
- Paid holidays and vacation time.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
