Process Engineering Senior

Process Engineer II
Process Engineer II builds upon the foundational scope of the Level 1 role with an expanded mandate encompassing advanced automation engineering, full equipment lifecycle ownership (from installation through commissioning), and direct leadership of Level 1 engineers and technical staff. This role serves as the senior technical authority across four core manufacturing processes - blown film extrusion, in‑line printing, bag forming (conversion), and product packaging (cartoning) - while driving automation strategy, overseeing capital installations, and ensuring compliance with environmental, OSHA, ASI, GMP, and CTPAT standards.

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related discipline)

10+ years of experience in process control or manufacturing engineering, with at least 5 years in a leadership or supervisory capacity

PID control loops, PLCs, SCADA, and DCS platforms

Hands‑on experience with PLC/HMI programming (e.g., Allen‑Bradley, Siemens, Beckhoff) and industrial control system design

Demonstrated experience with robotic systems integration in a manufacturing environment

Experience designing and deploying automated packaging systems

Proven ability to lead equipment installation and commissioning projects from kickoff through production handoff

Experience conducting and managing Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT)

Familiarity with utilities and facility infrastructure requirements for new equipment (electrical, pneumatics, compressed air, water)

Demonstrated experience managing third‑party vendors and contractors on‑site during installations

Strong proficiency in LEAN manufacturing, Six Sigma, or equivalent structured improvement frameworks

Proven capital project management experience including budget ownership, vendor selection, and schedule management

Working knowledge of general manufacturing and business principles

Approve and implement process and automation changes that improve production efficiency, product quality, or cost‑effectiveness

Lead capital project planning and execution, including vendor selection, budget management, FAT/SAT, and project timelines

Assign, prioritize, and oversee work across Level 1 engineers and technical staff based on business needs and project objectives

Make final recommendations and decisions related to equipment upgrades, automation technology integration, and process control strategies

Serve as the highest‑level technical authority for root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and manufacturing‑related escalations

Approve installation plans, commissioning procedures, and equipment validation protocols

Enforce and ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards across all process and automation areas

Recommend and justify capital expenditures for automation equipment, technology, or facility infrastructure improvements

Represent the engineering department in cross‑functional meetings, project reviews, leadership presentations, and audits

Lead, mentor, and directly supervise a team of engineers including Level 1 Sr. Process Engineers and technical professionals; conduct performance reviews and support career development

Assign tasks, manage workloads, and build team capabilities across process engineering and automation disciplines

Serve as escalation point and technical resource for engineering team problem‑solving and decision‑making

Automation Engineering

Design, develop, and implement PLC/HMI programming solutions to automate and optimize manufacturing processes across blown film, printing, conversion, and packaging operations

Lead the integration of robotic systems into production lines, including scoping, vendor coordination, installation, programming, and operator training

Evaluate, specify, and deploy automated packaging systems; Process data analysis

Develop and maintain automation standards, code libraries, and documentation to support scalability and ease of maintenance

Partner with controls and maintenance teams to troubleshoot automation systems and resolve production‑impacting issues

Equipment Installation & Commissioning

Own the full lifecycle of capital equipment installations: scope development, contractor bidding, schedule management, installation oversight, commissioning, and handoff to production

Develop and execute Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) protocols to validate equipment performance against specifications

Continuous improvement plans implementation

Coordinate utilities and facility infrastructure requirements (electrical, pneumatics, compressed air, water, HVAC) for new equipment with facilities and outside contractors

Manage on‑site vendors and contractors during installation and commissioning activities; enforce safety protocols, quality standards, and schedule adherence

Develop startup procedures, operator training materials, and equipment qualification documentation

Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement

Design and maintain documentation for process improvements that enhance yield, uptime, and product quality across all four manufacturing process areas

Partner with Technical Specialists and Level 1 engineers on ongoing improvement initiatives and active manufacturing projects

Capital Project Management

Manage multiple concurrent capital projects aligned with performance, budget, and schedule expectations

Track and verify that completed projects meet expected performance targets; provide post‑implementation reporting to management

Innovation & Technology Evaluation

Evaluate emerging manufacturing technologies, automation platforms, and process innovations to increase throughput, reduce cost, and improve quality

Lead proof‑of‑concept trials and technology pilots; develop recommendations for broader deployment

Ensure adherence to environmental standards, ASI guidelines, GMP requirements, and CTPAT security standards

Enforce housekeeping protocols and regulatory compliance across all areas of engineering responsibility

Provide clear, consistent updates on project status, automation initiatives, and process improvement progress to engineering management and senior leadership

Work cross‑functionally with Sales, Marketing, Manufacturing, Maintenance, and IT to align engineering initiatives with business objectives

Working with Quality team on corrective actions

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.