Process Engineer

Silgan ContainersFort Smith, AR
Onsite

About The Position

Supports plant functions on development of new products, analysis of experimental materials, training, problem solving, and technical support. Primary plant technical lead. Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance of plastic containers with engineering design and performance specifications. Research, design, evaluate, and oversee installation of mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements. Investigate materials, equipment and process failures then make recommendations to eliminate product defect, machine or system malfunctions. Utilize computer-aided design software such as AutoCad/Solidworks/ProE. Conduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation and performance of plastic materials, processing equipment, components and systems. Design test control apparatus/equipment and develop procedures for testing products. Performs training needs analysis, development and implementation of necessary training programs, and maintenance of required training records. Coordinates and facilitates employee problem solving teams. Administers Company policies and procedures, as required. Any other duties as needed. Performs other duties assigned by Plant Engineer.

Requirements

  • Excellent communication & interpersonal skills
  • Strong writing, computer and presentation skills
  • Strong ownership of Safety
  • Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC)

Nice To Haves

  • Detailed knowledge of plant functions, extrusion process, and process control.

Responsibilities

  • Specify system components or direct modification of products to ensure conformance of plastic containers with engineering design and performance specifications
  • Research, design, evaluate, and oversee installation of mechanical products, equipment, systems and processes to meet requirements
  • Investigate materials, equipment and process failures then make recommendations to eliminate product defect, machine or system malfunctions
  • Utilize computer-aided design software such as AutoCad/Solidworks/ProE
  • Conduct research that tests and analyzes the feasibility, design, operation and performance of plastic materials, processing equipment, components and systems
  • Design test control apparatus/equipment and develop procedures for testing products
  • Performs training needs analysis, development and implementation of necessary training programs, and maintenance of required training records
  • Coordinates and facilitates employee problem solving teams
  • Administers Company policies and procedures, as required
  • Any other duties as needed
  • Performs other duties assigned by Plant Engineer
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