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Deceuninck North America · 1 month ago

Extrusion Process Engineer

Monroe, OH

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

3+ years exp

Deceuninck North America is seeking a Process Engineer for its Monroe, OH facility. In this role, the Process Engineer is responsible for reviewing manufacturing processes to identify Continuous Improvement opportunities that enhance efficiency, cost savings, and customer satisfaction.

Building MaterialManufacturingProduct DesignResidential

No H1B

Responsibilities

Analyze, document, own and enforce extrusion parameters, tooling configurations, startup/shutdown protocols, and quality checks, while simplifying decision-making and line setup for operators to remove tribal knowledge and enable consistency shift-to-shift

Use material science expertise to optimize the extrusion of rigid PVC window lineals, understanding how compounding, temperature, shear, and line speed impact output

Build a culture where no deviation from standard work occurs without this engineer’s review and approval, while cultivating a team of technical experts and support personnel to drive best practices across all shifts and lines

Spend significant time on the shop floor observing current practices, identifying inefficiencies, and coaching supervisors and operators toward standardization

Design and roll out an optimized line layout—machinery, tools, materials, and flow—then scale those practices across the entire extrusion department

Monitor key metrics (OEE, scrap, uptime, etc.), perform root cause analyses, lead corrective action implementation, and drive accountability for sustained results

Oversee end-to-end project management activities for high value, high impact strategic initiatives that create value for the business, improve facility performance, enhance work environments, support sustainability, and reduce operational costs

Participate in the CAPEX budget process for DNA, collaborating with finance and maintenance teams to prepare budgets for future years, and lead the development and updating of the capital plan aligned with departmental strategic plans and business priorities

Manage contingencies between multiple projects, monitor interdependencies and synergies, and lead status meetings with department leaders and internal customers

Secure, lead, motivate, and inspire internal and external resources to effectively deliver programs and projects, while establishing governance structures and managing external vendors

Act as the primary technical authority for extrusion process decisions and escalate noncompliance immediately to executive leadership

Communicate project plans, status, and risks to key stakeholders using various communication methods

Qualification

Extrusion process experienceLean Green BeltBlack BeltProject management skillsStatistical analysis softwareEngineering degreeBudget managementRead engineering drawingsMicrosoft Office proficiencyCommunication skillsTeam leadership

Required

3+ years of extrusion, injection molding, or similar process experience including demonstrated authority over process standards

Significant engineering experience within a manufacturing environment with proven ability to influence production leadership

Prior experience leading individuals

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Work, PowerPoint, Outlook)

Knowledge of statistical analysis software and reporting (Minitab, etc.)

Strong project management skills and tools

Lean Green Belt or Black Belt required

Prior experience working with vendors / contractors related to building renovations, capital equipment purchase / installations, decommissioning equipment

Ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels of the organization from the shop floor to the executive level, with a track record of driving accountability

Experience managing expense budgets and controlling project costs

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing) or similar