Extrusion Process Engineer

Core Responsibilities: s: Analyze, document, own and enforce extrusion parameters, tooling configurations, startup/shutdown protocols, and quality checks, while simplifying decision-making and line setup for operators to remove tribal knowledge and enable consistency shift-to-shif t. Use material science expertise to optimize the extrusion of rigid PVC window lineals, understanding how compounding, temperature, shear, and line speed impact outpu t. Build a culture where no deviation from standard work occurs without this engineer’s review and approval, while cultivating a team of technical experts and support personnel to drive best practices across all shifts and line s. Spend significant time on the shop floor observing current practices, identifying inefficiencies, and coaching supervisors and operators toward standardizatio n. Design and roll out an optimized line layout—machinery, tools, materials, and flow—then scale those practices across the entire extrusion departmen t. Monitor key metrics (OEE, scrap, uptime, etc.), perform root cause analyses, lead corrective action implementation, and drive accountability for sustained result s. Oversee end-to-end project management activities for high value, high impact strategic initiatives that create value for the business, improve facility performance, enhance work environments, support sustainability, and reduce operational cost s. Participate in the CAPEX budget process for DNA, collaborating with finance and maintenance teams to prepare budgets for future years, and lead the development and updating of the capital plan aligned with departmental strategic plans and business prioritie s. Manage contingencies between multiple projects, monitor interdependencies and synergies, and lead status meetings with department leaders and internal customer s. Secure, lead, motivate, and inspire internal and external resources to effectively deliver programs and projects, while establishing governance structures and managing external vendor s. Act as the primary technical authority for extrusion process decisions and elevate noncompliance immediately to executive leadersh ip Communicate project plans, status, and risks to key stakeholders using various communication method

Qualifications: ns:3+ years of extrusion, injection molding, or similar process experience including demonstrated authority over process standar ds. Significant engineering experience within a manufacturing environment with proven ability to influence production leadersh ip. Prior experience leading individu als Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programs (Excel, Work, Power Point, Outlo ok)Knowledge of statistical analysis software and reporting (Minitab, et c.)Strong project management skills and to ols Lean Green Belt or Black Belt required (Black Belt Highly desir ed)Prior experience working with vendors / contractors related to building renovations, capital equipment purchase / installations, decommissioning equipme nt. Ability to work collaboratively with employees at all levels of the organization from the shop floor to the executive level, with a track record of driving accountabili ty. Experience managing expense budgets and controlling project cos ts. Ability to read engineering drawings is a differentiat

Education Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing) or similar Sponsorship is not available for this role. Seniority Level Mid-Senior level Employment Type Full-time Job Function Manufacturing