Process Improvement and Automation Engineer

At Greene, Tweed, you'll find the cutting-edge technology, world-class polymer expertise and endless advancement opportunities you'd expect from a multi-national industry leader. You'll find them all in an environment that embraces diversity in people and opinions, moves decision making to the point of impact, and celebrates your success.

If you enjoy continuous learning and are excited about working with and creating technological solutions, explore career opportunities with Greene, Tweed.

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:  

• Identify and implement process improvements and automation to reduce cost, minimize waste, increase efficiency, and improve safety.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure smooth integration of new processes, technologies, and equipment.
• Continuously monitor and analyze process data to identify trends and propose solutions for process improvement.
• Utilize process capability studies, statistical analysis, and data-driven decision-making to achieve operational excellence and meet production targets.
• Ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements in all engineering and automation activities.
• Conduct detailed analysis and evaluation of existing manufacturing processes, identifying areas for improvement, and recommending appropriate solutions.
• Design and implement process optimization strategies to enhance efficiency, reduce cycle time, and improve product quality.
• Develop and manage capital projects related to process improvement and automation.
• Provide engineering designs to include equipment layouts, sizing, specification, selection, mechanical piping drawings, electrical drawings, bill of materials, bid package drawings, etc.
• Work with the supply chain to manage the procurement of any equipment, supplies, and services related to projects.
• Collaborate with engineering, production, and quality assurance teams to develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Monitor and analyze process performance metrics, such as cycle time, yield, and scrap rate to develop strategies that meet or exceed targets.
• Identify and implement process control measures, including statistical process control (SPC) techniques, to ensure consistent quality and reduce process variation.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve process-related issues and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead process validation activities, including protocol development, execution, and documentation to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Participate in cross-functional teams to drive root cause analysis, corrective actions, and preventive measures.
• Provide training and guidance to production teams on new processes, procedures, and equipment to ensure successful implementation and operation.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in process improvement and automation engineering technologies, methodologies, and best practices.

Required Minimum Qualifications

Education/Certifications: 

• Bachelor’s technical degree, engineering discipline preferred
• 0 – 3 years of experience in a manufacturing setting.

Skills and Experience: 

• Knowledge of process optimization and automation techniques, Lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and statistical analysis.
• Proficiency in process analysis, process modelling, statistical analysis, and simulation software.
• Mechanical design experience is highly preferred, including working knowledge of electrical engineering codes and standards.
• Experience in implementing control methodology in PLC and HMI platforms required.
• Ability to read, interpret, and draft control system and electrical wiring schematics necessary.
• Working knowledge of CAD design requirements.
• Problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex process issues.
• Working knowledge of process safety, risk assessment, and compliance with regulatory standards.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to travel (domestic & international) 10% varying depending on demand.

Job Environment: Select from drop down menus below to briefly summarize work environment and physical/mental requirements necessary.

Physical Requirements:

               Standing                                            Frequently (46-100%)

               Sitting                                                 Frequently (46-100%)

               Lifting                                                Up to 25lbs without assistance

               Carrying                                             Up to 25lbs without assistance

               Walking                                             Occasionally (16-45%)

               Hearing                                              Ability to detect noises with or without corrective device(s)

               Vision                                                 Clarity of vision, with or without corrective lenses

Mental Requirements:                 

               Problem Solving                              Frequently (46-100%)

               Making Decisions                            Ability to make decisions that have a significant impact

               Supervise                                           Rarely (0-15%)

               Interpret Data                                 Frequently (46-100%)

               Organize                                            Frequently (46-100%)

               Read/Write                                       Frequently (46-100%)

               Communication                               Frequently (46-100%)

Work Environment

               High Temperatures                         Rarely (0-15%)

               Low Temperatures                          Rarely (0-15%)

               Noises                                                Moderate (business office with computers, printers and light office noises)

               Fumes Exposure                              Rarely (0-15%)

Required Minimum Qualifications 

• This position requires U.S. Person status as defined by applicable law for authorized access to data controlled under the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).  A U.S. Person includes U.S. Citizens, U.S. Nationals, lawful permanent residents, and workers granted refugee or asylum status in the United States.  

Note:  This Job Description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.  Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by the Supervisor.  All requirements are subject to change and updates.

We also provide eligible employees with a competitive benefits package that includes health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings account, 401k savings plan, life and disability insurance, tuition assistance and more, to meet the diverse needs of all employees and their family members.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Greene, Tweed is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other federally protected class.

Drug Free Workplace:

Greene, Tweed is a Drug Free Workplace.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a pre-employment drug screening and background investigation subject to federal, state, and local laws.

NOTE: Greene, Tweed is not seeking assistance or accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for employment opportunities, unless they have a written agreement for the position they are contacting us about. Regardless of past practice, all resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at GT without a valid written search agreement in place for that position will be deemed the sole property of Greene, Tweed, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Greene, Tweed as a result of the referral or through other means.