Associate Process Engineer Jobs in Fairfield, CT

Process Engineer - 2nd Shift & 3rd Shift

Stamford, CT

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Join the Stamford – Spartech Team!

In Stamford, Spartech manufactures acrylic sheets that are used in the aerospace as well as in security (bullet-resistance), displays, acrylic furniture and laser protection amongst other applications. Our products can be seen in many airplanes, fighter jet canopies, helicopters, in the banks for protection at the teller windows, tanning beds, etc.. We have a unique process that utilizes technology, as well as the skills and knowledge of our employees, to make quality products. We strive to supply the highest quality acrylic sheet with the best possible service.

Job Summary

Drive process improvement, root cause analysis and troubleshooting through the collection and analysis of data to enhance material/labor utilization output rates, set up times, and product quality. Support the planning, developing, and coordinating safety, health and environmental compliance and other programs that result in EHS regulatory and corporate compliance in manufacturing and support operations for assigned plants and/or facilities.

Requirements

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Key member of the team that drives Safety, Compliance and Process improvement throughout the Stamford facility.
• Ownership of plant’s primary processes (e.g., cell casting, coating, annealing, mixing, etc.) in support of Company and plant goals and objectives.
• Optimize process performance through the use of Operational Excellence tools and techniques.
• Accountable for compliance with all applicable regulatory, plant and corporate EHS and related policies and procedures. Develops and maintains safety systems, policies, and procedures for the Stamford site.
• Key support for Emergency Response functions, roles and responsibilities in accordance with site emergency response plan (PSM – start-up, shut-down procedures, etc.)
• Responsible / accountable to ensure equipment and facilities are installed and maintained in compliance with all applicable regulatory, site and corporate requirements.
• Responsible / accountable to ensure site project activity is completed in compliance with all applicable regulatory, site and corporate requirements.
• Ensures that all EHS reporting is completed timely and accurately. This includes required government, agency and other reporting.
• Ensure that programs exist and are followed for all necessary employee monitoring and testing requirements are performed appropriately. Ensure compliance to IH – hearing tests, air sampling, etc.
• Drive Lean Concepts within the plant and work closely with other departments and support resources to ensure the success of this effort.
• Evaluate and recommend material and formulation improvements, including cycle optimizations by working closely with process operators and the R&D Lab personnel.
• Collect and maintain primary process operating conditions for specific products to ensure repeatability.
• Collaborate with Operations Management to define goals, objectives, and projects related to yield improvement, labor optimization, conversion cost reduction, product quality and compliance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience

• BS Degree in Engineering or Physical Sciences or equivalent.
• 3 years of experience in equipment and process development, implementation and support in a manufacturing environment.
• Operational Excellence training, and/or certifications (Lean, Six Sigma, ISO) preferred.
• Experience using SAP or other manufacturing enterprise systems would be desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Outstanding leadership characteristics and drive for data driven results.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems and processes.
• Analytical and mathematical skills necessary to collect, interpret, and act on process trials and activities.
• Able to plan and execute trials to drive out waste and reduce variation as well as make process evaluations and drive improvements.
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as EHS standards, operating manuals, maintenance instructions, procedure manuals and government regulations.
• Ability to write operational and project reports, correspondence, and policies and procedures.
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels in the organization including internal and external associates (including project presentations in group settings).
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook).

Benefits

We offer competitive salary, incentive, and benefit programs. - Most Benefits Start Day One!

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• Company paid life and long-term and short-term disability programs.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) with a strong matching program.
• 120 hours Paid Time Off (pro-rated based on hire date).
• 11 paid holidays.

Spartech LLC headquartered in Maryland Heights, Missouri is a leading manufacturing organization in the Custom Sheet & Roll Stock and Packaging markets with over a dozen locations throughout the United States. We have a broad customer base with extensive product offerings and technologies. Many of our materials are used in products you might see every day - for example, if you start your morning with a single serve yogurt, the container you ate from may be made from one of Spartech's products or the refrigerator where the yogurt was stored could have Spartech products in its interior features. More unique uses of our products can be seen in military or security applications, for example in fighter jet canopies or bullet resistant windows. From routine daily-life to life-saving applications - we make a difference. Our broad scope of products and services keep our environment interesting and challenging with a culture focused on success.

Spartech, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. Spartech will use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.