Job description

PROCESS ENGINEER

RTP Company is a world leader in specialty thermoplastic compounding. Headquartered in Winona, MN, and operating facilities throughout the U.S., Poland, Europe and Asia, RTP Company makes the materials for thousands of products for a variety of markets, including electronics, business machines, automotive, appliance, consumer, medical, sports and leisure, and industrial. RTP Company employs over 1,700 people and is founded upon a very strong customer service culture that focuses on technology, flexibility, independence, and speed.

RTP is adding a Process Engineer position to our team South Boston, VA. This position supports Plant Manufacturing and Technical Operations while maintaining a strong focus on continual Process Improvement and Optimization. Applies fundamental knowledge of basic engineering principles, theories and concepts of industry standards and practices to design, automate, modify, or develop facilities, testing, machines, equipment, or processes used in processing or manufacturing pf thermoplastic compounds.

Description

• Develops, designs, and communicates manufacturing processes.
• Monitors and revises processes to help generate cost savings and improve the quality and efficiency of product/process.
• Participates in design reviews to improve the ability to manufacture products.
• Responsible for the activities related to the development of new processes including researching current and emerging technologies, evaluating process cost, quality, and performing process characterization and optimization studies using designed experiments, problem-solving and decision-making tools.
• Identifies and solves issues or problems with equipment/process. Troubleshoots possible causes and coordinates the activities of maintenance, production and other available resources to implement cost effective solutions.
• Provides coordination of new process installation and process changes.
• Other projects/duties as assigned.
• Willingness to travel to support other RTP Company sites as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

Physical/Environmental Demands

• While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit and stand for long periods of time. The individual will also be required to lift 50 lb. packages of raw materials.

Qualifications

Skills and Abilities

• Must be hands-on.
• Ability and willingness to work under tight deadlines.
• Must have a positive attitude and possess excellent communication skills.
• Good organizational skills
• Dependable
• Strong work ethic
• Works well with others
• Safety awareness
• Ability to read, write, and speak English.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering related field (composites, plastics, chemical, electrical or mechanical preferred)
• 5 years’ Manufacturing Experience in compounding or related processes.

Come join and grow with our RTP Company family and earn top wages for our region! We offer a highly competitive benefits package and a competitive pay based on experience.

EOE, including disability/vets; All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work setting:

• In-person

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Required)

Work Location: In person

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