Process Engineer

kp is a globally recognised leader in the packaging and specialty film industry, renowned for its unwavering commitment to sustainability and innovation. We incorporate sustainability into everything we do by investing in better—creating innovative products that enhance product protection, shelf life, and contribute to reducing the overall carbon footprint. Our dedication to driving positive change in the packaging industry with a focus on quality and sustainability has earned us a reputation as a trusted partner for businesses worldwide.

About the role

The Process Engineer is responsible for coordinating engineering activities to ensure process control and drive continuous improvements within kp manufacturing processes. This position focuses on continuous improvement, product quality improvement, and statistical process control through failure analyses to drive performance and reduce overall manufacturing costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead by example—promote a culture of safety, quality, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Design and implement cost-effective equipment modifications to improve safety, reliability, and throughput.
• Partner with the maintenance department to troubleshoot, repair, and improve overall control systems.
• Improve and design production processes related to continuous improvements, quality, and process control systems.
• Utilize team-based problem-solving methodologies such as DMAIC for assigned projects to resolve real-time issues negatively impacting Key Performance Indicators.
• Ensure equipment documentation exists and conforms to standards, including work instructions, standard operating procedures, operating and maintenance manuals, drawings, and diagrams.
• Use research, analytical, conceptual, and planning skills—particularly mathematical modeling and computer-aided design—to enhance existing technology and plan for future upgrades.
• Discuss and solve complex problems with manufacturing and maintenance teams.
• Collect, analyze, and summarize applicable process information and trends; contribute to the site’s KPI performance.
• Maintain a focus on health, safety, and environment for all job activities.
• Estimate Return on Investment for each improvement project and prepare applicable business cases for review.
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions.
• Utilize 5S techniques in the work environment to maintain a clean and professional work area.
• Utilize SMED, CEDAC, and other lean tools.
• Align with kp’s strategic compass and core behaviors: Focus, Accountability, Respect, and Urgency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree (B.S.) in Chemical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering; or five to ten years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience with control systems is required; experience in the polymer/plastics industry preferred.
• Experience with automation controls and Green Belt certification is a plus.

Pay

$85,000 - $95,000 annualized.