BGF Industries, Inc · 2 months ago
Process Engineer - Finishing
Altavista, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expBGF Industries is a leading U.S. manufacturer of innovative technical fiber materials used worldwide. The Process Engineer plays a key role in driving manufacturing performance, product quality, and safety by optimizing process parameters and ensuring compliance with environmental and safety standards.
ManufacturingTextiles
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Maintain Process Control: Develop, document, and monitor process parameters to achieve safety, quality, and production targets
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Technical Service Engineers (TSEs), Quality Control, and R&D to troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing and product issues
Data & Reporting: Collect and analyze process data, generate reports, graphs, and presentations to identify trends, correct quality issues, and communicate results
Environmental & Safety Compliance: Assist with audits, emissions tracking, SDS/CAS data entry (VOC, HAP), and adherence to federal and state environmental requirements
Continuous Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements, cost-savings initiatives, and yield optimization projects
Documentation: Develop, write, and maintain work instructions and process documentation for training and compliance
Plant Support: Participate in machine trials, production evaluations, and new product scale-up activities
General Duties: Maintain a safe and orderly work environment; perform other tasks as directed by the Department or Plant Manager
Qualification
Required
High School Diploma or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of process engineering or manufacturing experience or a Bachelors degree in relevant field
Strong computer proficiency, including data analysis tools and Microsoft Office
Working knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC) techniques
Excellent communication skills across all levels of the organization
Ability to work any shift and travel between departments or plants as needed
20/40 correctable vision and ability to wear appropriate PPE
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Chemistry, Materials Science, or related field
Experience in technical textiles, coatings, or composite manufacturing
Background in Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies
Familiarity with environmental compliance systems or emission monitoring
Benefits
Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
Opportunities for growth and leadership within a global organization
A stable, values-driven company culture emphasizing integrity, teamwork, innovation, and excellence
The ability to make a tangible impact in a growing, technology-focused manufacturing environment
Company
BGF Industries, Inc
BGF Industries manufactures woven & nonwoven fabrics from fiberglass, carbon, aramids, and other high performance fibers for technical textiles used in the Aerospace, Protective, Energy/Environmental, Marine, Automotive, Reinforcements, Filtration, and Construction industries.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2016-06-08Acquired
Leadership Team
P
Philippe L. Porcher
CEO
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