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Manufacturing Process Engineer
- Compensation
- Not disclosed
- Location
- Not listed
- Work setup
- Not specified
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Full time
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Industrial engineering
- Posted
Skills
Nice to have
- Direct experience with ABS or engineering thermoplastics.
- Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma training or project experience.
- Experience supporting off-shift manufacturing operations.
- Familiarity with process validation concepts (IQ/OQ/PQ).
- Experience supporting capital equipment projects.
- Ability to create or interpret 3D models (desired, not required).
- Experience leading capital equipment projects from concept through commissioning.
- Experience developing manufacturing equipment layouts and facility expansion plans.
- Experience working with equipment suppliers on specification development, procurement, installation, and startup activities.
- Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and hands-on manufacturing equipment troubleshooting skills.
- Experience supporting extrusion line installations or major manufacturing equipment expansions preferred.
Full description
JOB SUMMARY
Reporting to the Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Process Engineer plays a critical technical role in ensuring stable, efficient, and high-quality ABS compounding operations at LG Chem’s Ravenna facility. This position provides hands-on engineering support for twin-screw extrusion, mixing, blending, and recipe execution, with a strong focus on process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement in a 24/5 manufacturing environment. This role works closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Logistics teams to improve process capability, reduce variability, and support safe, efficient manufacturing across all shifts.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONSProcess Engineering & Technical Ownership
- Provide day‑to‑day engineering ownership of ABS compounding and twin‑screw extrusion processes, including parameter optimization, material consistency, and equipment performance.
- Lead troubleshooting and support scale‑up/transfer of new or modified formulations from R&D into stable, full‑rate production.
Continuous Improvement & Performance
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve yield, throughput, OEE, and energy efficiency while reducing scrap, rework, and downtime.
- Use process data, trials, and validation activities to identify root causes and improve long‑term process capability and product performance.
Production Support & Cross‑Functional Collaboration
- Partner with Production, Scheduling, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure processes are executable, stable, and aligned with production plans across all shifts.
- Support issue resolution, equipment diagnostics, and new or modified equipment commissioning to maintain reliable operations.
Documentation, Systems & Compliance
- Develop and maintain accurate process documentation, specifications, and ERP master data to support consistent production and change control.
- Ensure compliance with ISO/IATF standards, GMP requirements, and EHS practices through disciplined documentation and safe work execution.
Project & Business Support
- Support capital projects and cost‑reduction initiatives related to process efficiency, scrap reduction, and energy usage.
- Prepare and communicate technical updates and project results to plant leadership, customers, and visitors while upholding LG Chem’s Jeong‑Do Management principles.
SKILLS / COMPETENCIES: Education
- Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Polymer, Plastics Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Experience
- 2+ years of process engineering or manufacturing experience in a plastics environment, such as: