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Winpak · 4 hours ago

Senior Process Engineer

Winpak Films Inc. is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join their Operational Excellence team in Senoia, GA. In this role, you will lead initiatives to improve quality, reduce waste, increase output, and enhance overall process efficiency while collaborating closely with operations, engineering, and quality teams.

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Responsibilities

Lead process improvement initiatives focused on quality, waste reduction, output improvement, and cost optimization
Collect, analyze, and maintain process data to support data-driven decision-making
Collaborate with operators, engineers, and production managers to troubleshoot and optimize extrusion and film processes
Support new process development, equipment modifications, and capital projects in partnership with the Project Engineer
Apply statistical methods (SPC, DOE) to control process variables and improve product consistency
Assist with product quality investigations and collaborate with the Quality Manager on process-related improvements
Develop and deliver process training for the operations team
Stay current on advancements in polymer processes and flexible packaging technologies
Perform all other duties as assigned by the Operational Excellence Manager

Qualification

Polymer processingProcess improvementStatistical process controlLean Manufacturing toolsData analysisFilm extrusionSix Sigma certificationCollaborationCommunication

Required

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Industrial or Polymer focus preferred) or equivalent experience
5+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment; plastic processing and/or film extrusion experience preferred
Experience with data analysis and process troubleshooting in an industrial setting
Knowledge of statistical process control and experimental design (SPC, DOE)
Ability to collaborate effectively across all organizational levels and communicate technical concepts clearly

Preferred

Six Sigma Green or Black Belt certification
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing tools (SMED, VSM, 5S, TPM, Kaizen, DMAIC)
Experience with ROI evaluation and capital project approval processes
Exposure to web handling and polymer processing (extrusion, blown film, double/triple bubble processes)
Prior experience in leading process improvement initiatives or preparing for a management career path

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision & prescription coverage
Travel coverage
Disability coverage
Voluntary life insurance
Life and accidental death & dismemberment insurance
Tuition assistance program
Retirement savings plans
A comprehensive employee and family assistance program which includes short term counselling, wellbeing coaching, financial and legal consultations services.

Company

Winpak

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Winpak is a global packaging group with ten manufacturing facilities platform.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
unknown
2008-11-20IPO
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