Senior Engineer, Plastics

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Job Objective: Perform a variety of engineering work to install, improve, and evaluate new and existing manufacturing equipment and processes. Understand internal and external customer requirements, align work product 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, and to translate customer requirements into repeatable and capable manufacturing processes.
• Plan, execute, and analyze multi-phase validation runs to determine if new equipment, processes, and tooling meet functional performance requirements.
• 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 operations, through operator training and development of standard operating procedures, where applicable.
• Establish and implement control plans to ensure project gains and improvements are realized and maintained over time.
• Understand and contribute to the development of the operational strategy that in turn drives Operational Excellence activity regionally and globally.

Job Qualifications (Minimum Requirements):

• Bachelor's degree in chemical or plastics engineering.
• 5-9 years industry experience in Mechanical, Industrial, or other related Engineering fields considered with relevant knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of applied statistics, process validation, root cause analysis and Six Sigma Tools.
• Computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office software.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to self-pace learn including book, web-based, and classroom participation.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally. (<10%)
• This position will be located in Somersworth, NH and will require travel to the Manchester site as needed. The position is 100% on-site.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience utilizing Minitab statistical software.
• Knowledge of textile and/or plastics manufacturing processes.
• Experience with web management and converting processes.

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 Winning Wellness 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 Plan with 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.