Process Engineer

BeDirect.

  • Rockwall, Texas
  • 30+ days ago

    Highlights

    This isnt a sit-behind-the-desk type of engineering role were looking for someone who knows the floor, understands plastics processing, and can also lead, train, and support process technicians directly. This role will play a key part in improving production processes, troubleshooting issues, and driving continuous improvement while acting as a resource and leader for the foam molding team.

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationRockwall, Texas
    Websitehttps://bedirect.co

    Description

    Job Title: Process Engineer Structural Foam
    Full-time | On-site | Manufacturing | Rockwall, TX

    Were hiring a Process Engineer to support and optimize structural foam manufacturing operations in a hands-on capacity. This isnt a sit-behind-the-desk type of engineering role were looking for someone who knows the floor, understands plastics processing, and can also lead, train, and support process technicians directly.

    This role will play a key part in improving production processes, troubleshooting issues, and driving continuous improvement while acting as a resource and leader for the foam molding team.

    What You'll Be Doing:

    • Providing day-to-day technical support for structural foam processes and equipment

    • Leading and mentoring process technicians to improve overall production performance

    • Developing and refining SOPs and best practices to ensure consistency and efficiency

    • Evaluating production capacity and helping with planning for infrastructure needs

    • Collaborating with maintenance, engineering, and production teams on troubleshooting and optimization

    • Monitoring production data, analyzing process performance, and identifying areas for improvement

    • Supporting the implementation of safety procedures, quality standards, and process control systems

    • Assisting in training programs for both new hires and experienced techs on process and equipment

    What Were Looking For:

    • Strong background in plastics manufacturing, specifically structural foam and blow molding

    • Experience in process engineering within a production environment

    • Hands-on knowledge of setup, troubleshooting, and optimization of molding equipment

    • Ability to lead and train team members while staying involved in the daily production floor activities

    • Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement initiatives

    • Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset

    • Comfortable working cross-functionally and balancing both strategic and tactical work

    • Experience with ERP systems (Oracle preferred) and basic data analysis tools

    • 10+ years in manufacturing, with 5+ years of direct experience in process or quality engineering roles

    Work Environment:

    • On-site in a manufacturing facility with both office and floor time

    • Active role requiring walking, standing, and occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs)

    • Exposure to seasonal temperatures and production noise

    • PPE required in designated areas

    If you're a process-focused engineer who likes to get your hands dirty, solve problems in real time, and coach others to do the same we'd love to hear from you.

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