Process Engineering Manager

Magnera's purpose is to better the world with new possibilities made real. For more than 160 years, the originating companies have delivered the material solutions their partners need to thrive. Through economic upheaval, global pandemics and changing end-user needs, they have consistently found ways to solve problems and exceed expectations. By bringing together these legacy companies, the distinct scale and comprehensive portfolio of products will bring customers more materials and choices. With a combined legacy of resilience, Magnera will build personal partnerships that withstand an ever-changing world.

SUMMARY

Responsible for the overall results of Process Engineering for the assigned site.  A technology subject matter expert and resource for the site with overall accountability for process engineering initiatives. Works with all departments to achieve performance goals and drive the continuous improvement process of the site.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensure compliance to all safety policies and procedures. Establish, support and maintain a “safety first” culture. 
• Accountable for the safety of all employees for whom they are responsible through active engagement in safety activities and provide clear, consistent communication of safe work expectations.
• Supports and investigates situations in which line/equipment stoppage occurs due to perceived, imminent safety risk.
• Actively leads risk assessment activities for their area of responsibility by driving prioritized corrective and preventative actions to eliminate/reduce environmental, health or safety risks.
• Lead all required meetings with safety (i.e. Pre-shift, Department Change Management, General communication, Town Hall, etc.).
• Completes incident investigations, root cause analysis and implements corrective actions accordingly in a timely and thorough manner.
• Plans and directs the process engineering operations of the site.
• Manages the assigned process engineers in investigating and resolving manufacturing issues, making recommendations for preventive action, optimizing current products and processes and commercializing new products
• Understand and fully utilize all ISO procedures
• Ensures the proper training and development of all assigned employees for whom they are responsible.
• Sets goals for their organizations unit; ensures plans are in place to achieve performance/indicator target/goals and ensures that all employees understand and work toward achieving targets/goals.
• Motivates and coaches employees through good communication and frequent performance feedback. Identifies and coordinates additional training as needed.
• Utilizes process control methodology (Six Sigma, SPC, Designed Experiments, etc) to solve problems and improve process control and capability.
• Define process specifications, which include machinery set-ups, operating conditions, set points, tolerances, processing procedures and packaging specifications, based on a strong understanding of customer requirements.
• Develop and maintain systems including performance measurements, failure costs, control systems, quality standards, product and process capability for all raw materials and finished products by utilizing such tools as statistical methods, pareto charts, flow charting and failure mode effects analysis.
• Prepares capital expenditure requests to improve existing operations, increase efficiencies, improve product quality or commercialize new technologies.
• Initiates and assists with implementation of process control improvements using DMAIC planning process.
• Serves as a resource on plant technologies and raw materials.
• Serves as a resource on FMEA's, Change Management, Designed Experiments, Six Sigma, and other process control tools.
• Interfaces with multiple functions and customers to resolve problems, develop corrective actions, develop new products, and improve existing processes.
• Establish and maintain a process audit function to ensure compliance to standards and specifications. Develop corrective action plans and systems.
• Ensures process records are maintained to ISO compliant requirements.
• Other duties as assigned.

• BS in Engineering or equivalent combination of experience and education which provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities
• Six Sigma Black or Green belt preferred, CPM preferred
• Must be able to read and speak English

COMPETENCIES

Leadership

• Situational Leadership skills and strong personal accountability to achieve goals.
• Develops the competency, confidence and leadership abilities of others through effective coaching and delegation.
• Ability to be a change agent and drive results
• Persuasive and politically astute to manage various functions both internal and external to the manufacturing plant.
• Ability to empower and motivate people for involvement, cooperation and compliance.
• Strong personal accountability to achieve goals and develops this in others through effective coaching and delegation.
• Proactively develops plans for improvement and effectively communicates and sells those plans to others
• Ability to deliver committed performance indicators. Initiates corrective action, anticipates issues, and develops contingency plans
• Considers and formulates new ways to exceed company objectives.
• Inspires others to see and to help seize emerging opportunities for improvement and success.
• Takes responsibility for actions, respects confidentiality, completes commitments on time, and uses data to support decisions

Initiative 

• Proactively seeks and seizes opportunities to improve the company’s offerings and overall positioning.
• Strong sense of urgency.
• Develops and refines strategic plans and action plans to achieve declared objectives.
• Effectively communicates / sells those plans to others, gathers and incorporates further input where appropriate and then implements action steps efficiently and prudently.
• Self-motivated to improve processes and performance. Can adapt and reapply new ideas and methods to improve team/plant performance
• Pursues training and development opportunities to continuously build knowledge and skills.

Managing People 

• Challenges, coaches & aligns staff and extended interdepartmental networks in planning, decision-making, facilitating and process improvement.
• Manages performance, talent and growth of teams.
• Effective communication skills, written and oral, including presentation skills, technical and program writing, and the ability to communicate with all levels of management and employees.

Team Work 

• Balances team and individual responsibilities;
• Recognizes accomplishments of other associates.
• Offers constructive feedback and advice to fellow associates in a tactful manner.
• Accepts and considers feedback and advice to enhance probability of desired outcomes.
• Partners and works effectively across all functions and levels.
• Works effectively with others to achieve performance goals

Oral & Written Communication

• Speaks and writes clearly and persuasively. Responds well to questions. Employs active listening skills.
• Demonstrates strong group presentation skills; Presents information, ideas, conclusions and abstract concepts concisely and effectively.
• Can interface effectively with customers, vendors, contractors and senior leaders.

Problem Solving 

• Gathers and analyzes information skillfully and efficiently.
• Prioritizes and identifies causal connections, related issues and actionable alternatives.
• Applies practical criteria to decision alternatives in order to choose course of action.
• Considers and articulates implications for implementation.

Technical Skills

• Detailed knowledge of company and product technologies, data analysis skills, broad understanding of related technologies.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the use of standard office machines and computer software including Outlook, Excel, Word and Powerpoint.
• Knowledge of standard accepted continuous process improvement techniques and strategies.
• General understanding of machinery and tools.
• Basic knowledge of OSHA and EPA laws, standards and regulations governing manufacturing sites (29 CFR 1910).
• Working knowledge of manufacturing industry (non-woven or textile-related preferred).
• Business understanding of finance, economics, sales trends, distribution and inventory management, human resource management and effective utilization of resources
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong negotiation skills
• Uses data and proven methods to analyze, troubleshoot, and develop solutions to problems.

Change Management

• Identifies, establishes, champions and leads change initiatives.
• Adapts to shifts in marketplace and to organizational change as required.
• Business Acumen
• Firm working knowledge of business concepts and emerging business climate.
• Continually improves knowledge of market, customers, competitors, suppliers, technologies.
• Connects all decisions and activities to people, customers, strategic initiatives, company core values and the P&L.

Other. 

• Ability to work outside normal business hours to include evenings, nights, and weekends.
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality.