Process Engineer

PROCESS ENGINEER

Overview Step into a highly visible, hands-on engineering role in Lancaster, PA, where your floor-level expertise directly shapes the success of a major industrial processing facility. We are seeking a dedicated Process Engineer who thrives in a fast-paced, continuous material processing environment. If you prefer sitting behind a desk or working in segmented assembly operations, this role will not be a fit. We need a driven technical professional who loves being out on the production floor, working directly with operators, and optimizing the flow of continuous synthetic compound lines. This is a career-defining opportunity to take ownership of a critical production area while being rewarded exceptionally well for your impact.

Core Responsibilities

• Drive the ongoing optimization of our continuous melt and thermal processing operations.
• Rely on statistical variance reduction methods and data-driven defect elimination to boost yield, reduce waste, and solve complex processing bottlenecks.
• Guide teams of operators and technicians to set the standard for operational excellence and foster a culture of technical mastery on the shift.
• Prioritize workplace protection and occupational risk mitigation by weaving strict health, safety, and environmental compliance into every procedural update you author and every project you execute.

Candidate Background

• A strong academic foundation is required, specifically a Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Polymer Science, or a closely related physical science discipline.
• Proven, hands-on experience on the plant floor working with continuous material flows and synthetic resin profiling, rather than batch or cellular assembly.
• Familiarity with processing rigid and flexible vinyl compounds is highly desirable.
• A natural ability to take charge of floor initiatives, mentoring production staff, and driving complex engineering projects from concept to completion without needing constant direction.

Compensation Details

• A highly competitive base salary of $100,000 to $120,000.
• A performance bonus of 10% or more based on achieved metrics.
• A comprehensive benefits package designed to provide you with exceptional health, wellness, and financial security so you can focus on what you do best.