Job Objective: Perform a variety of engineering work, with limited supervision, to install, improve, and evaluate new and existing equipment and processes. Understand internal and external customer requirements, align outputs with capability to minimize the cost of poor quality and maximize customer satisfaction.

Essential Job Functions:

• Utilize appropriate statistical and data analysis tools within a structured problem-solving approach to characterize and improve existing processes, identify root cause, or translate customer requirements into repeatable and capable manufacturing processes.
• Plan, execute, and analyze multi-phase validation runs to determine if new equipment, processes, and/or tooling meet functional performance requirements.
• Initiate, develop and maintain Project Charters and Implementation Plans (includes establishing project scope, anticipated gains, required resources, timelines, etc.)
• Act as technical liaison to development groups, participate on design/project review teams. Develop product and equipment specifications to ensure resulting processes are manufacturing capable.
• Support transfer of project solutions or new processes to on-going global operations, through lessons learned, training, and development of standard operating procedures, where applicable.
• Establish and implement documentation to ensure project outputs and improvements are measured, recorded, and sustained over time.
• Understands and contributes to the development of the Operational Strategy that in turn drives Operational Excellence regionally and globally.

• B.S. Degree in Chemical Engineering, Plastics Engineering or Mechanical, Industrial, or other Engineering field considered with relevant knowledge and experience.
• 5 to 9 years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Knowledge of applied statistics, process validation, root cause analysis and Six Sigma tools.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, communication, and project management skills.
• Preferred experience utilizing MiniTab statistical software, knowledge of textile and/or plastics manufacturing processes, and experience with web management and converting processes.
• Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office suite.
• Ability to travel both domestically and internationally; 10%

PERKS OF BEING PART OF OUR TEAM:

At Velcro USA Inc., we truly value our employees. We strive to support each and every employee by providing a safe and healthy work environment, challenging and rewarding careers, and opportunities for professional and personal growth. Velcro USA Inc. offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and generous time-off designed to meet the needs of our workforce. Advancement and growth opportunities are offered and encouraged to all employees.

Health and Welfare Benefits:

Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options)

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

Flexible Spending Accounts

Award WinningWellness and Incentive Program

Life Insurance

Short- and Long-Term Disability

Business Travel Accident Insurance

Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance

EAP (Employee Assistance Program)

Retirement Savings Plan

401(k) Saving Planwith generous 5.5% Company match and Immediate Vesting

Time-Off Benefits

Paid Vacation Time

Paid Sick Time

Paid Parental Leave

13 Paid Company Holidays

Other Benefits and Programs

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Financial Wellness Benefit - Smart Dollar

Employee Recognition Programs

Employee Resource Groups

Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Velcro Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.