Production Engineer-Specialty Coater

Pixelle Specialty Solutions • North Codorus Township, PA

104d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Engineer – Specialty Coater will provide project leadership and technical support to the coating department operations. This position will focus on driving improvement through changes to equipment, methods, grade designs, etc. This is a developmental position with future growth expected.

Requirements

• B.S. in engineering preferred. Other technical disciplines will be considered with right experience.
• 2 to 5 years of experience in paper, converting, or coating industry preferred.
• Strong leadership skills
• Passion to drive improvement
• Sound communication skills
• Highly motivated
• Team player
• Accountable, and responsible for decisions and impact.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with project management and lean/six sigma methods a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead improvement projects to enhance quality, improve yields, reduce downtime, increase speeds, reduce costs, and reduce working capital
• Track performance and identify areas for improvement
• Analyze production losses to identify root cause, solutions, and preventions
• Build operator-based systems for improved troubleshooting
• Ensure proper grade and process specifications are within process capability including center lining key variables
• Assist with machine shutdowns and startups including follow-up on maintenance tasks
• Assist superintendents in building operator rounds
• Assist with setting proper productivity standards and bill of materials by grade
• Lead projects to create a visual workplace, reduce waste, and minimize variation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level