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Hi-Cone · 2 days ago

Process Engineer

Itasca, IL

Full-time

Onsite

Mid Level

$100K/yr - $120K/yr

3+ years exp

Hi-Cone, a division of ITW, is a global leader in sustainable multipackaging solutions. The Process Engineer is responsible for standardizing global manufacturing processes, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring operational excellence across various operations.

Food and BeverageFood ProcessingManufacturingPackaging Services

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Standardize 80 processes across global operations

Align global SOPs for extrusion, blending, press, and labeling

Define operating standard conditions for extrusion through capability analysis

Develop a comprehensive equipment inventory and global capability matrix

Establish throughput benchmarks for each asset to ensure performance consistency

Conduct global audits of extrusion and press assets; identify rebuild priorities and timelines

Develop a global preventative maintenance framework and PM schedule in collaboration with maintenance, quality, and engineering teams

Implement PM standards in Brightly for all facilities

Drive technology advancement and continuous improvement initiatives aligned with ITW toolbox application

Implement process condition tracking systems to detect and resolve deviations

Assess system capability to meet 55% PCR processing requirements under supply chain variability

Investigate process impacts of alternate material development projects to support CBI initiatives

Qualification

Manufacturing process engineeringPreventive maintenance systemsContinuous improvement methodologiesCast extrusionMaterial blendingPunch press operationsIndustrial control systemsData acquisitionCAD softwareSolidWorksAutoCADLearning AgilityAnalytical ThinkingStandardizationProduct TestingCollaborativeAdaptabilityStrategic MindsetProject Management

Required

Bachelor's degree in mechanical / industrial engineering, or related field, required

3–5 years of experience in manufacturing process engineering

Strong knowledge of cast extrusion, material blending, and/or punch press operations

Experience with preventive maintenance systems and process audits

Familiarity with continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma preferred)

Familiarity with industrial control systems and data acquisition, preferred

Experience with CAD, SolidWorks or AutoCAD preferred

Learning Agility: Quickly understand and apply new concepts to drive execution

Analytical Thinking: Evaluate and interpret complex data to define desired outcomes and potential solutions

Collaborative: Strong team-oriented approach to problem analysis and resolution

Adaptability: Ability to adjust to changing project requirements, emerging technologies, and evolving industry trends

Strategic Mindset: Ability to anticipate future trends, align decisions with long-term objectives, and prioritize actions that create sustainable value

Project Management: Demonstrated ability to consistently execute projects and meet objectives/timelines

Manufacturing Methods: Strong background in manufacturing processes with capability to identify key requirements in method selection

Standardization: Clear, focused approach to aligning processes and products to reduce variability and ensure consistency across lines/facilities

Product Testing: Proficient in evaluation, instrumentation, and data analysis to ensure compliance with specifications and standards

Frequently required to reach with hands and arms

Regularly required to sit and walk

Occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 35 pounds

Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus

Regularly will work in an office setting

Regularly will work in a manufacturing setting and required to wear personal protective equipment (hearing protection, safety shoes, safety gloves, safety glasses, hi-viz apparel)

Normal business hours with occasional extended hours as needed

Flexibility with schedule to meet critical deadlines

Travel to other divisional and vendor locations, domestic and international, up to 40% as needed