Process Engineer

About the role

The Process Engineer is a key member of the Spencer engineering and operations team, supporting process optimization, new product development, troubleshooting, cost reduction and continuous improvement within a growing manufacturing facility. This role offers the opportunity to work hands-on with manufacturing processes while leading high-impact projects that improve product performance, efficiency and profitability. As the Spencer facility continues to grow, the Process Engineer will have significant visibility and the opportunity to influence how processes, products and manufacturing capabilities evolve at the site.

This position is based onsite at our Spencer, West Virginia manufacturing facility, and relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates. Spencer offers an affordable, close-knit community surrounded by West Virginia's natural beauty and abundant opportunities for hunting, fishing, hiking, boating, camping and other outdoor recreation. For candidates looking for more space, a lower cost of living and an outdoor-focused lifestyle while continuing to grow their engineering career, Spencer offers a unique opportunity to have both.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost reduction projects to reduce costs and improve profitability.
• Lead WAM Early Product Management pillar and drive continuous improvement plant activities.
• Participate in new product acceptance activities to create innovative products for the marketplace.
• Create research and development proposals and utilize project management skills to develop purpose of project, applications that can be utilized from findings, costs of project, equipment needs and people requirements.
• Manage key projects, processes and performance reports, and data analysis.
• Work with Manufacturing, Operations and Quality to review quality, process improvements and new product development.
• Review Certificate of Analysis (COA’s) for raw material conformity and oversee data entry of that information for filing.
• Review Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and keep document records up to date in database.
• Manage all aspects of the AIMS database.
• Assign work to R&D Lab Technician and manage performance and objectives.
• Participate as an active member of the Spencer Management Team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or Polymer Engineering.
• A minimum of 5 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Cross-Linked Polyethylene (XPE) experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent computer skills, working knowledge of spreadsheets and systems required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Demonstrate willingness to work hands-on with processes and development of current and new product.
• Demonstrate visible leadership on the plant floor with the ability to influence colleagues and different levels in the organization required.

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health and wellbeing resources.
• Financial programs including 401(k), life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance-based incentive compensation.
• Paid time off including 12 holidays and generous PTO.
• Training and educational resources through our personalized learning management system.
• Giving and volunteer opportunities, as well as discounts on retail products, services and experiences.

Pay

The expected compensation range for this role is $85,000.00 - $105,000.00. The compensation range and benefits for this position are based on a full-time schedule for a full calendar year. The salary will vary depending on your job-related skills, experience, and location. Pay increment and frequency of pay will be in accordance with employment classification and applicable laws. For part time roles, your compensation and benefits will be adjusted to reflect your hours. Benefits may be pro-rated for those who start working during the calendar year.

Schedule

Full time