Process Engineer

As the Process Engineer, you will play a key role in stabilizing and enhancing the extrusion processes at our New London, NC facility. You will work closely with production, maintenance teams, and OEM partners to ensure that process parameters are optimized, and that efficiency is continuously improved. In this role, you will help foster a collaborative environment that encourages teamwork, innovation, and continuous learning, contributing to our shared success.The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, with a background in extrusion processes and a degree in engineering. They will be detail-oriented, possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, and bring a solution-focused mindset to help the plant grow and thrive.Position location: This is a fully onsite role based at our New London, NC facility, with a day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Minimal travel is required.What You Will Be Doing:Support and optimize extrusion processes to ensure stable and efficient production.Collaborate closely with production and maintenance teams to solve process-related issues and improve operational performance.Partner with OEM vendors to ensure equipment setup and process parameters meet best practices.Identify and implement process improvements that reduce yield loss and enhance throughput.Troubleshoot and resolve process issues to minimize downtime and maintain high-quality standards.Create and maintain process documentation, including Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions to ensure clarity and consistency.Promote a continuous improvement culture by encouraging collaboration and innovation through Lean methodologies.Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations by regularly evaluating processes and equipment.