Process Engineering Manager
About The Position
Sika is seeking a hands-on Process Engineering Manager to lead all process engineering efforts within Lyndhurst Operations in support of Sika Corporation product manufacturing. The role is responsible for process design, implementation, and operation, with the goal of improving efficiency, reducing costs, improving sustainability, and maximizing profitability. The manager will lead the process engineering department and its work to support operational excellence in safety, quality, supply, and efficiency. The salary range is $110,000–$125,000, based on the applicant’s education, experience, and qualifications.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering.
- At least 10 years of manufacturing experience in process engineering.
- At least 5 years of experience in team building and management.
- Excellent communication skills characterized by sincerity, persuasiveness, and clarity of thought.
- Well-educated manufacturing leader capable of advancing strategies and programs to increase quality, productivity, and customer service.
Responsibilities
- Participate actively as a member of the Lyndhurst Leadership Team, pursuing operational excellence in safety, quality, supply, and efficiency.
- Structure and staff the process engineering department with expertise in polyurethane sealant and adhesive manufacturing and continuous improvement.
- Direct plant process engineering functions to produce high-quality products through equipment process controls and the introduction of new raw materials and innovative products.
- Manage other process engineers and participate in capital expenditure planning and implementation of plans to improve process capability.
- Lead development of process improvements toward state-of-the-art, commercially compliant processes and reduced cost of goods.
- Lead process engineering efforts, including lean analysis, production improvement, error proofing, packaging efficiency, process optimization, and implementation.
- Lead root cause analysis efforts across departments, analyze process errors, determine root causes, and transfer preventative and corrective actions to the plant floor.
- Lead the structure and reporting of the Tracking and Trending program (Technical Expert Team – TEM).
- Coordinate and write technical reports on key development findings.
- Assist project management in determining engineering activities, timelines, and resource needs to meet corporate goals.
- Assist corporate development as needed in support of Sika’s goals and objectives, and prepare other legal documents to execute work plans and projects.
- Provide technical input into in-house project selection, design, and layout.
- Continually seek and evaluate potential new technologies for process optimization.
- Complete other assignments as assigned by senior management.
Benefits
- 401(k) with generous company match
- Bonuses
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits
- Paid parental leave
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Floating holidays
- Paid volunteer time
- Wellness/fitness reimbursements
- Education assistance
- Professional development opportunities
- Employee referral program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
