OEE and Continuous Improvement Engineer -- Film Extrusion

Job Description

Job Description

Are you the go-to person for turning variance into velocity?

If you love unlocking throughput, stabilizing lines, and translating data into action, this role is for you. Our plant team is looking for a hands-on engineer to lead reliability and process optimization across Extrusion and Converting while safeguarding safety, quality, and customer trust.

• Cut downtime and scrap, boost first-pass yield, and increase run rates through targeted CI projects.
• Drive SMED to reduce changeover times and improve schedule adherence.
• Design, install, configure, and sustain manufacturing systems that are safe, stable, and cost-effective.
• Stand up and sustain preventive/predictive maintenance practices with Maintenance and Operations.
• Author and maintain process documentation: process flows, PFMEAs, SOPs, capability and performance records.
• Develop and deploy error-proofing to prevent escapes and simplify inspections.
• Estimate, cost, and document engineering changes; support implementation and validation.
• Lead/participate in incident investigations; perform root cause analysis and drive corrective actions.
• Model 5S and safety practices; keep work areas inspection-ready and communicate effectively across shifts.
• Advance GMP and food-safety culture; take training seriously and report concerns immediately.
• Execute company policies and take on additional duties as required to meet objectives.

• Higher OEE across targeted assets.
• Fewer unplanned stops and lower scrap.
• Shorter changeovers and faster stable start-ups.
• Clear, usable standards that operators and techs trust.

• Bachelor’s in Mechanical, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or related technical discipline.
• 5–10+ years of manufacturing experience preferred; 5+ years in blown film extrusion highly preferred.
• Strength in mechanical/electrical systems and process engineering.
• Hands-on Lean leader with a record of facilitating Kaizen and sustaining gains.
• Analytical thinker; fluent in structured problem solving and data tools.
• Strong communicator and partner who can navigate ambiguity and drive alignment.
• Advanced MS Office (Excel, Access, etc.) and related software proficiency.
• Background in Food and Beverage Manufacturing.

A reasonable estimate of the current range is $100,000-120,000 + performance based bonus + benefits. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. At Novolex, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the top of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

The benefits for this role include 401(k) plan with company match, comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance, flexible spending and health savings accounts, paid vacation, and sick days, free onsite clinic, paid parental leave, paid holidays and wellness program.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• Successful completion of pre-employment background and drug screen.