Process Engineer III
📍 Locations: Winchester, KY or Orlando, FL (Onsite Required)
🧳 Travel: Up to 60%
💼 Industry: Plastics Manufacturing / Packaging
🎯 Level: Mid-Level
💰 Base Salary Range: $104,400 – $117,450 + Bonus (~7.5%)
🎁 Signing Bonus & Relocation: Negotiable / Full Package
📈 Reports To: Sr. Director, Engineering - North America
About the Role:
We’re seeking a results-driven Process Engineer III to lead critical process improvements, optimize manufacturing controls, and manage capital projects in a fast-paced, technically advanced production environment. This individual will have a strong plastics and injection molding background and be instrumental in driving efficiencies and quality improvements at our Winchester, KY or Orlando, FL facilities.
You’ll be a key technical partner for operations leadership, engineering teams, and maintenance, helping shape how we innovate and scale sustainably.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the design and execution of manufacturing control strategies to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput.
Drive capital project development: from writing CARs (Capital Authorization Requests) to project management through execution.
Apply Six Sigma, Lean, and TQM tools to analyze and enhance production processes, reduce scrap, and improve product quality.
Conduct in-depth process audits, develop corrective action plans, and lead implementation.
Provide technical support to production and maintenance teams across both sites.
Act as a technical trainer and mentor for line operators and technicians on new processes and standards.
Qualifications:
Must-Have Skills:
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (or equivalent industry experience).
Plastics industry experience is required.
Injection molding experience is essential.
Proven success managing and executing capital projects.
Strong mechanical aptitude and familiarity with a variety of production equipment.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Preferred:
Experience in extrusion systems and associated equipment.
Demonstrated ability to implement new processes and train personnel.
Experience in continuous improvement, Six Sigma Green Belt or similar certifications.
Compensation & Benefits:
Base Salary: $104,400 – $117,450
Bonus: 7.5% target annual bonus
Signing Bonus: Negotiable
Relocation Package: Available
Comprehensive Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement plans, PTO, equity programs, and more
Travel: Up to 60% domestic travel between sites
Company Culture & Perks:
Join a global leader in sustainable packaging solutions with over a century of industry leadership. Our team culture centers on innovation, integrity, and people-first values. As part of our engineering team, you’ll work with some of the best minds in manufacturing and contribute to building smarter, cleaner, and more efficient production systems.
We offer:
A collaborative, growth-oriented culture
Strong support for professional development
Flexibility and autonomy to lead projects from start to finish
A track record of investing in cutting-edge technology and employee well-being
Interview Process:
Initial Interview – Recruiter
Technical Interview – Hiring Manager
Onsite Panel Interview
This is a fantastic opportunity for a skilled process engineer with a plastics and injection molding focus to join a company that values technical innovation and continuous improvement. If you're looking for a high-impact role with growth potential, autonomy, and visibility, this could be the perfect fit.