Job Description

Position Summary

The Web Handling & Coating Process Engineer is responsible for supporting the safe, efficient, and reliable operation of coating processes. This role serves as the primary engineering resource for assigned manufacturing operations, working closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Leadership to improve process performance, product quality, equipment reliability, and operational efficiency.

The engineer applies technical knowledge, structured problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making to support daily operations and lead continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide daily engineering support for coating and web handling operations.
• Troubleshoot process, quality, and equipment issues using structured root cause analysis techniques.
• Support production teams in achieving safety, quality, throughput, and waste reduction objectives.
• Lead and participate in cross-functional problem-solving activities involving Operations, Maintenance, and Quality.
• Monitor process performance and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support recipe development, validation, implementation, and standardization across manufacturing assets.
• Lead or support scrap reduction initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Support equipment reliability efforts through participation in maintenance planning and failure investigations.
• Review and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures, and engineering records.
• Assist with capital projects, equipment installations, process trials, and commissioning activities.
• Ensure compliance with company quality, safety, and environmental requirements.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.

Preferred Experience

• Manufacturing or industrial process experience.
• Exposure to web handling, coating, laminating, converting.
• Experience with root cause analysis and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with engineering drawings, P&IDs, and process documentation.

Critical Skills

Technical Skills

• Process troubleshooting
• Root cause analysis
• Web handling fundamentals
• Coating process fundamentals
• Data analysis and interpretation
• Process optimization
• Equipment reliability support
• Project management fundamentals

Professional Skills

• Strong communication skills
• Cross-functional collaboration
• Problem-solving mindset
• Organizational skills
• Initiative and accountability
• Ability to influence without direct authority

Success Measures

Successful performance in this role is demonstrated through:

• Safe operation and support of manufacturing processes.
• Improved product quality and process consistency.
• Reduced scrap and process losses.
• Effective resolution of process and equipment issues.
• Successful implementation of process improvements.
• Strong working relationships with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Leadership.
• Meaningful contributions to operational and business performance.