What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer position at GROWSCAPE?
Process Engineer
Ready to put your engineering talent toward something that matters? At Growscape, you'll help build smarter, more sustainable solutions for the horticultural industry, while having fun, growing your career, and sharing in our success. We're looking for driven talent to help shape a greener future with our team.
Growscape is a proud combination of many legacy brands that continue to transform the horticultural industry through bold leadership, innovative manufacturing, and a comprehensive portfolio of sustainable, innovative products ideal for greenhouse, nursery, retail, and commercial markets. As a leading manufacturer of horticulture growing containers, we're driven by our mission: “From Grower to Gardener, Improving Our World.” Come grow with us!
Key Responsibilities
Process & Equipment
- Learn and continuously improve manufacturing processes; support and troubleshoot process equipment (extrusion, vacuum forming, injection molding, printing, labeling)
- Assist technicians in diagnosing and resolving equipment and process issues
- Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for equipment and processes
- Create test parameters and lead testing, data analysis, and implementation of process, equipment, and engineering solutions
Continuous Improvement & Project Leadership
- Lead a continuous improvement team focused on improving Yield Efficiency (OEE) in the department of focus
- Establish and manage continuous improvement plans that raise efficiency, quality, safety, or service levels
- Lead capital projects from planning through execution, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordination with vendors and contractors
- Manage, prioritize, and complete projects/programs of moderate to large size, scope, and duration, coordinating with engineers, technicians, other stakeholders, and plant floor teams
- Lead process failure discussions and investigations to ensure consistent solutions across all Departments
- Translate broad, conceptual ideas into practical, actionable solutions
Leadership & Safety
- Ensure safe work practices are followed at all times
- Lead by example as a hands-on leader; mentor team members on best practices
- Perform all duties in accordance with Growscape values
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned
Qualifications:
Qualifications and Experience
Education
- Bachelor's degree (B.A./B.S.) in Chemical, Materials, or Mechanical Engineering (or related field)
Experience
- Continuous improvement experience, including LEAN and Six Sigma
- Experience analyzing production equipment, processes, and materials to diagnose and resolve issues
- Knowledge of statistical and quality methodologies, including SPC, 5S, 5 Why, FMEA, DOE, and Root Cause Analysis
- Preferred: experience with plastic processes and equipment (injection molding, thermoforming)
- Preferred: knowledge of raw materials, material properties, and their impact on plastic processing
Technical Skills
- Strong chemical and mechanical aptitude, preferably in the plastics industry
- Practical knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, and equipment as applied to design and production
- Proficiency with CAD
- Strong working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
Core Skills & Attributes
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex, job-related information clearly
- Strong organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects, deadlines, and tasks with minimal supervision
- Strong problem-solving skills; able to use logic and reasoning to evaluate alternative solutions and identify strengths/weaknesses
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment
- Upward potential to manage others, in addition to this support role
- Ability to travel up to 10% as required