Westlake · 18 hours ago
Process Engineer (Manufacturing Engineer)
US - Leola, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expWestlake is a leading manufacturer in the polyvinyl chloride pipe and fittings industry. The Process Engineer will play a critical role in optimizing plant operations, leading initiatives for cost reduction, and ensuring product quality through data-driven decision making.
ChemicalManufacturingMedical
Responsibilities
Support operations by leading and directing technical activities necessary to solve problems encountered in any part of the facility
Develop & maintain process guidelines (SOP/SOC) and training programs for the integration of new products and systems
Conduct data analysis of scrap, downtime, line rates, and material usage. Prepare charts, and reports to assist the plant team to make data driven decisions to improve results
Continually strive to reduce process variation (improve process capability) to ensure consistent product quality and adherence to manufacturing and agency standards
Lead cost reduction initiatives through materials, product, and process improvements. Facilitate brainstorming sessions and develop action plans for the Westlake Improvement Process (WCI) Profit Improvement Process (PIP). Examples include activities to reduce utilities consumption, cycle times, scrap, downtime, material usage variance, and direct labor
Utilize a variety of continuous improvement tools such as: Lean Manufacturing/Toyota Production Systems, Six-Sigma, 5S/6S, Total Productive Maintenance, Kaizen Events, Value Stream Maps, DOEs, FMEAs, Advanced Problem-Solving, etc
Participate in updating of manufacturing standards as a result of performance improvements
Develop work cell layouts in an effort to optimize material flow and support 5S and visual management initiatives
Initiate new equipment and technologies to maintain the company’s competitive advantage; including detailed scope definitions with the plant (capabilities, throughput, and equipment controls including function block diagrams, process parameters, and data acquisition requirements), RFQ documents, and execution timeline plans (including facility preparation, installation, HSE, training, production ramp-up, etc.)
Participate and lead others in near miss, hazard, and incident reporting
Participate and/or cooperate with the JHSC to improve safety
Perform housekeeping activities as required
Comply with the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA), Workplace Safety Insurance Act (WSI Act), and Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS)
Comply with Health and Safety rules, policies and procedures of the division
Ensure own conduct and that of direct reports is in accordance with Westlake Code of Business Ethics and the Workplace Discrimination/Harassment Policy
Communicate with employees, plant and supervisory staff as required
Provide training and development for direct reports, as required
Build participative working relationships with plant and management personnel
Comply with company rules, regulations and policies as stated in the Employee Relations Manual and/or Employee Handbook
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree (or equivalent) in Electrical, Mechanical, or Material Science Engineering, plus 3-10 years of experience of manufacturing work experience
High volume, continuous manufacturing environment
Experience in HSE regulatory compliance/engineering required
Experience in PVC processing and Extrusion highly desired
Fundamental understanding of OT networks, industrial controls and automation highly desired
Process Engineering / Manufacturing Engineering / CI skills and expertise
A results-oriented problem solver with an analytical approach
Excellent verbal & written communication
A hands-on individual with the ability drive results through others
Must be able to work Mon - Fri, 6:30am - 4pm (45 - 50 hours/week.)
Must be able to commute daily into our Leola, PA plant. Fully onsite role
Must be able to travel for 1-4 weeks per year. Likely 3-4 weeks per year in the first couple of years
Preferred
Six sigma green/black belt and knowledge of DOE preferred
Knowledge of mistake-proofing sensor technology and PLC programming is desirable
Benefits
Benefits day 1
4% 401k match plus 3% annual employer contribution
Quarterly incentive plan up to 8%
Programs for fitness reimbursement
Educational assistance
Employee assistance
Company
Westlake
Westlake is a manufacturer and supplier of petrochemicals, polymers and building products. It is a sub-organization of Westlake Chemical Partners.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$1.2B2025-11-04Post Ipo Debt· $1.2B
2017-01-07Post Ipo Equity
2004-08-11IPO
Leadership Team
Albert Chao
CEO
Jean-Marc Gilson
President and CEO
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