Process Engineer

Essity•Manchester, CT

10d•$75,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

Essity Health and Medical Solutions is currently seeking a Process Engineer for our manufacturing facility in Manchester, CT. We’re looking for people who embody our Beliefs & Behaviors and bring curiosity, innovation, and a willingness to challenge the status quo. If you want to learn and grow in a collaborative environment where your skills are challenged, but you’re always supported, we would love to connect.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Engineering strongly preferred or significant experience in an engineering role.
3+ years of relevant experience (Manufacturing/Assembly Engineering, Quality)
Strong background in process engineering, manufacturing, or continuous improvement
Experience with SPC, Six Sigma, or Lean methodologies
Proven ability to solve problems using data and structured analysis
Passion for coaching teams and driving behavioral and cultural change
A mindset focused on safety, sustainability, and operational excellence
Demonstrated technical proficiency in complex manufacturing/assembly activities.
Demonstrated proficiency leading and managing a portfolio of cross functional projects.

Nice To Haves

Experience working in a regulated industry such as ISO 9001, AS9100, ISO 13485 preferred.
Understanding of Gamma and/or EO sterilization preferred
Six Sigma project leadership/management/coaching experience preferred.
Proficiency in statistics, data analytics, DOE, and multivariate statistics.

Responsibilities

Design, monitor, and continuously improve manufacturing processes using Statistical Process Control (SPC) and data-driven methodologies.
Define, implement, and sustain robust process settings, standards, and systems that ensure consistent, high-quality output.
Support new product and material development through Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) and lead successful project implementation.
Conduct deep root cause analysis (RCA) to solve complex process and equipment issues—turning insights into sustainable solutions.
Identify and implement improvements that increase equipment uptime, reduce cycle times, and boost overall efficiency.
Lead small group initiatives, provide expert guidance in your area, and close critical technical gaps.
Train and mentor operations teams, building capability and reinforcing best practices and standards.
Contribute to key pillars including Autonomous Maintenance (AM), Planned Maintenance (PM), and Focused Improvement (FI) to enhance equipment reliability and performance.