Process Engineer

Process Engineer – Manufacturing (EPP/EPS Moulding)

Chattanooga - On Site

Full Time

We're looking for a Process Engineer to play a critical role in the launch of new products, optimizing production processes, and leading improvement initiatives.

What You’ll Do:

As a key member of our APQP team, you’ll be responsible for ensuring production readiness for new product launches by overseeing tooling, equipment, and sample runs. Your day-to-day will include:

Driving process development for new products and leading improvement projects from concept to implementation.

Applying structured problem-solving techniques (8D, 5-Whys) to eliminate production defects.

Leading initiatives to reduce scrap and process variation.

Supporting and enforcing HSE programs and environmental reporting.

Running planned experiments, including full-scale Design of Experiments (DOE).

What You Bring:

A degree in Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred), or equivalent education & experience

Experience in EPP foam or injection moulding—preferably with Kurtz or Teubert machines

Mechanical aptitude and a hands-on approach to problem solving

Familiarity with automotive quality standards (TS16949), APQP, SPC, and statistical experimentation

Strong project management, communication, and interpersonal skills

Experience with equipment selection and process optimization

Proficiency in tools like MS Excel, MS Access, SPC software, and PM Expert

Supervisory and environmental reporting experience are a plus

If you think this would be a good fit, get in touch right away!