Process Engineering Positions

We're looking for a dependable Process Engineer who will be located in our Madison, WI facility that thrives in a fast‑paced GMP manufacturing environment and takes pride in developing reliable processes, supporting new product development, and driving continuous improvement. If you have strong analytical skills, mechanical understanding, and a passion for improving manufacturing performance, this is a great opportunity to make an impact.

Compensation

Commensurate with experience, the range is $70,000 - 85,000 annually.

Work Schedule

Onsite: 8 AM - 5 PM | Monday - Friday

Why Placon - You’ll Love It Here

A hands‑on technical role where your engineering expertise truly matters

Opportunities to grow your skills in new product development, process control, and capital equipment projects

A supportive manufacturing environment with modern equipment and advanced technology

Competitive pay, great benefits, and a stable onsite Monday-Friday schedule

A culture focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement

What You’ll Do

Devise and execute plans to qualify new products and materials

Support capital equipment projects by becoming an onsite expert in process and equipment

Improve production efficiency by analyzing process control trends and troubleshooting issues

Use Lean, Six Sigma, and other tools to identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities

Collect and analyze data; present recommendations through formal reports and presentations

Coordinate with planning and design teams to ensure product and tooling deadlines are met

Construct and maintain technical documents, specifications, and data sheets

Establish and review product standards for material, labor, and equipment

Maintain understanding of ISO quality systems as they relate to process development

Write proposals for capital expenditures and obtain approval

What You Bring

Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or related engineering field

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong cross‑functional teamwork and project management abilities

Technical competency in polymer materials, processing, and testing

Understanding statistical analysis and process capability

Strong problem‑solving and troubleshooting skills

Experience in a manufacturing environment with knowledge of machine components and equipment

Ability to learn and utilize ERP and QMS systems

Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and modern manufacturing methods

Ability to lift 10-50 lbs., stand for long periods, and travel as needed

Self‑starter mindset with strong organization, time management, and attention to detail

This job description reflects the current assignment of essential accountabilities and is not meant to be all-inclusive. Duties and responsibilities may be assigned or reassigned to this job at any time and may be modified to reasonably accommodate an individual with a disability or for other reasons.

Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre‑employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non‑immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.

This role requires the ability to work through differing perspectives and resolve conflict in a respectful and professional manner consistent with The Placon Way.

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