Process Engineer

Job Description

SUMMARY

The Process Engineer is responsible for improving the quality, efficiency, yield, and operating ratio of TTR coating processes in a 24/7 manufacturing operation. Under the Senior Coating Manager, the Process Engineer will lead the operations group efforts in testing and qualification of new products and processes, improving existing performance and reducing losses.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Evaluate production processes by designing and conducting testing programs; applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials; conferring with equipment vendors and solicits information from operators.

Develop operating instructions and equipment specifications for production activities.

Provide training, guidance, and engineering support to operations team production

Verifying production data

Maintain production parameter database to determine process control limits

Provide monthly feedback to management staff on coating quality and efficiency

Develop process improvement plans based on data analysis

Resolving quality issues during production

Perform shift walk through report

Identify and correct potential safety concerns

Perform product changeovers to the coating machine. Activities not limited to roll exchanges, roll cleaning, doctor blade exchanges, threading, filter changes, parts cleaning, and material handling.

Troubleshoot equipment

Implement cost reduction initiatives while maintaining quality standards and maximizing productivity of machinery and staff.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

This position may have to fill in for a supervisor if needed.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering

2 years’ experience in a multi-shift manufacturing facility preferred.

Ability to develop designs and create engineering drawings using CAD software.

Knowledge of engineering principles, cost analysis, and experience in repairing & troubleshooting equipment.

Experience using lean manufacturing, root cause analysis and problem-solving tools in order to solve problems.

Experience generating and implementing ISO procedures.

Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, NFPA, and NEC preferred.

Experience in Web Converting, Paper/Pulp Converting, or similar high speed, rotating equipment environment preferred.

Must be capable of working flexible hours to accommodate 24/7 manufacturing operations, including weekends, and on-call requirements

Demonstrated knowledge of and a proficient ability to work in all areas of the coating and mixing progress

Experience in mixing/blending chemicals preferred

Demonstrated mechanical and troubleshooting aptitude

Must be able to multitask, prioritize, and work in a high-stress team environment

The ability to read and interpret job orders, specifications, and production schedules.

Must be able to enter data into computerized ERP system and manual work orders.

The ability to follow written and verbal instructions.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand for 12-hour shifts. The employee is frequently required to walk, bend, reach and twist. The employee must occasionally operate a fork truck. The employee must occasionally climb and squat. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 80 pounds. The employee must occasionally push/pull carts of approximately 1,000 pounds. The employee must occasionally work in confined spaces. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus. The employee must be able to wear respiratory protection as needed near solvents. A Hazmat physical is required for this position.

SAFETY REQUIREMENTS

Due to the nature of the work performed in this job, the employee is required to wear safety glasses, safety gloves when needed, hearing protection, coveralls, respiratory protection and ANSII approved steel or composite toed footwear. A Hazmat physical is required for this position.

The hiring range for this position is $70,000 to $100,000 per year. This range is an estimate, and the actual salary may vary based on the candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications. DNP offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package. The benefits for this position include health, dental, vision, critical illness, life insurance, flexible spending, retirement, paid time off, pet insurance, and many retail discounts.

DNP IAM is a 100 percent U.S. subsidiary of Dai Nippon Printing Co., Ltd. (DNP) – the world’s largest manufacturer of dye-sublimation media for photo printers and thermal transfer ribbons and barcode printers. DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation has the broadest selection of solutions for the photo retail market and products designed to address retailer’s specific business goals and objectives—backed by the quality and reliability today’s customers expect. Manufacturing, sales, and development offices of dye-sublimation media for photo printers are in Concord, NC, and more information is available at

DNP Imagingcomm America Corporation is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Full-time