Process Engineer

• Lead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to eliminate waste, reduce variation, and improve operational performance.
• Establish and maintain key performance indicators (KPIs) related to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and cost.
• Utilize statistical analysis, SPC methodologies, and data-driven decision making to drive continuous improvement efforts.
• Facilitate root cause investigations and corrective action implementation for process failures.

• Serve as a key technical resource for Process Safety Management (PSM) activities.
• Participate in Process Hazard Analyses (PHA), Management of Change (MOC), Pre-Startup Safety Reviews (PSSR), and other PSM programs.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with OSHA, EPA, ISO, customer, and corporate requirements.
• Support development and maintenance of standard operating procedures, work instructions, and technical documentation.

• Support design, justification, and implementation of capital improvement projects.
• Develop engineering solutions to increase manufacturing capacity and improve operational efficiency.
• Participate in equipment selection, commissioning, validation, and startup activities.
• Partner with Engineering and Operations teams on future expansion initiatives within the Center of Excellence.

• Collaborate with Quality and Technical organizations to improve process robustness and product consistency.
• Support scale-up, validation, and commercialization of new and existing products.
• Lead technical investigations involving manufacturing performance, process capability, and customer concerns.
• Provide training and technical guidance to operations personnel on process changes and best practices.

• Work closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, EHS, and R&D teams to achieve site objectives.
• Foster a culture of safety, accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Serve as a technical resource for customers, suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and internal stakeholders as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience supporting process improvement, manufacturing optimization, or production operations.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively across all levels of the organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data analysis tools.

• 5+ years of process engineering experience in chemical, adhesives, sealants, polymers, specialty materials, or related industries.
• Experience in OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) environments.
• Working knowledge of PHA, MOC, PSSR, and risk assessment methodologies.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with process controls, automation systems, PLCs, DCS, and manufacturing data systems.
• Statistical Process Control (SPC) and process capability analysis experience.
• Experience supporting capital projects and equipment installations.
• Knowledge of aerospace, adhesives, sealants, elastomers, or specialty chemical manufacturing processes.
• Experience using SAP or other enterprise manufacturing systems. #LI-MB1

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, and geographic location.

In addition to your salary, H.B.

Fuller offers employees a competitive total rewards package including comprehensive benefits, incentive and recognitions programs, health & wellness benefits, 401K contributions, paid time off and paid holidays.

Eligibility may vary.

H.B.

Fuller is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and proud to have created a collaborative culture where employees around the world are seen, heard, and respected.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, or marital status or status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected classification.

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