Johnson Creek, WI · On-site
$90K - $108K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering OR equivalent hands-on experience in paint/coatings process engineering. * Direct experience with industrial ...
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Johnson Creek, WI · On-site
$90K - $108K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering OR equivalent hands-on experience in paint/coatings process engineering. * Direct experience with industrial ...
Johnson Creek, WI · On-site
$90K - $108K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering OR equivalent hands-on experience in paint/coatings process engineering. * Direct experience with industrial ...
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Johnson Creek, WI · On-site
$90K - $108K/yr
Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering OR equivalent hands-on experience in paint/coatings process engineering. * Direct experience with industrial ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$70K - $85K/yr
... Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or related engineering fieldExcellent written and verbal ... processing, and testingUnderstanding statistical analysis and process capabilityStrong ...
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Madison, WI · On-site
$70K - $85K/yr
... Chemical, Materials, Mechanical, or related engineering fieldExcellent written and verbal ... processing, and testingUnderstanding statistical analysis and process capabilityStrong ...
Whitewater, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Whitewater, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Janesville, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Janesville, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Stoughton, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Stoughton, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Janesville, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Janesville, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Evansville, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Evansville, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies)portion of ...
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies)portion of ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Madison, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Edgerton, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Edgerton, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Brodhead, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Brodhead, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Janesville, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Janesville, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Milton, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Milton, WI · On-site
$95K - $115K/yr
The Process Engineer will be responsible for supporting testing, application development, troubling shooting, as well as, helping the service and parts business development in the (varies) portion of ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Apply process engineering principles to develop, optimize, and scale manufacturing processes and equipment using lean, Six Sigma, JMP, advanced Excel analytics, regression, DOE, statistical process ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Apply process engineering principles to develop, optimize, and scale manufacturing processes and equipment using lean, Six Sigma, JMP, advanced Excel analytics, regression, DOE, statistical process ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Apply process engineering principles to develop, optimize, and scale manufacturing processes and equipment using lean, Six Sigma, JMP, advanced Excel analytics, regression, DOE, statistical process ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Apply process engineering principles to develop, optimize, and scale manufacturing processes and equipment using lean, Six Sigma, JMP, advanced Excel analytics, regression, DOE, statistical process ...
De Forest, WI · On-site
Performance Measures and Outcome s 1. Safety metrics 2. Scrap / Lbs processed 3. Extrusion change time and compliance Education/Certification Level Required Bachelor's Degree in related Engineering ...
De Forest, WI · On-site
Performance Measures and Outcome s 1. Safety metrics 2. Scrap / Lbs processed 3. Extrusion change time and compliance Education/Certification Level Required Bachelor's Degree in related Engineering ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Apply process engineering principles to develop, optimize, and scale manufacturing processes and equipment using lean, Six Sigma, JMP, advanced Excel analytics, regression, DOE, statistical process ...
Madison, WI · On-site
Apply process engineering principles to develop, optimize, and scale manufacturing processes and equipment using lean, Six Sigma, JMP, advanced Excel analytics, regression, DOE, statistical process ...
Madison, WI · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY The Process Engineer provides engineering and production support to the die cast ... chemical, machine point of operation, and powered industrial vehicle traffic. These hazards are ...
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Madison, WI · On-site
POSITION SUMMARY The Process Engineer provides engineering and production support to the die cast ... chemical, machine point of operation, and powered industrial vehicle traffic. These hazards are ...
Oregon, WI · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
... process engineers. * Develop controls philosophies and narratives and work with software ... Requires Bachelor's Degree in Engineering - Chemical preferred * You hold seven to ten years of ...
Oregon, WI · On-site
$90 - $120/hr
... process engineers. * Develop controls philosophies and narratives and work with software ... Requires Bachelor's Degree in Engineering - Chemical preferred * You hold seven to ten years of ...
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$77.9K - $88.5K
16% of jobs
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| Aspect | Chemical Process Engineer | Chemical Production Technician |
|---|---|---|
| Credentials | Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or related field | Associate's degree or technical certification in chemical technology |
| Work Environment | Design, optimize, and oversee chemical processes in labs or plants | Operate and maintain equipment on the production floor |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Manufacturing, petrochemical, pharmaceuticals, and energy sectors | Chemical manufacturing plants and processing facilities |
The Chemical Process Engineer focuses on designing and improving chemical processes, requiring a degree in engineering. In contrast, the Chemical Production Technician handles daily operations and equipment maintenance, often with technical certifications. Both roles are vital in chemical industries but differ in responsibilities, education, and work scope.
A chemical process engineer’s responsibilities cover designing and developing processes for transforming raw materials into marketable products. You can hold a chemical process engineer job in an industry that processes natural gases, paper, pharmaceuticals, plastic, food, and other products. You will analyze procedures, communicate effectively with team members, apply math, science, and engineering concepts, and conduct experiments and report the results. Many types of chemical engineering careers exist in chemical production and manufacturing, mineral processing, oil exploration, sustainable engineering, and alternative energy fields. However, you can find chemical engineers with diverse duties in jobs in nearly every industry that creates a product.
$90K - $108K/yr
Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 2 days ago
We’re looking for Paint Process Engineers to own, stabilize, and improve our paint and coating processes. This role is less about “babysitting the line” and more about building robust processes that run right the first time, every time.
You’ll define standards, dial in parameters, reduce defects, and lead continuous improvement so production, quality, and maintenance have a repeatable, capable process to work with.
Process Engineering & Standardization
Develop, document, and maintain paint process standards (parameters, recipes, and work instructions) for existing and new products.
Define and optimize: gun settings, atomizing air, film build targets, flash/bake times, oven profiles, line speeds, and booth balance.
Build and maintain control plans, standardized work, and process check sheets for paint operations.
Use data (SPC, Pareto, capability studies) to identify variation and tighten up the process.
Defect Reduction & Root Cause Analysis
Lead structured problem-solving for paint defects (runs, sags, orange peel, dry spray, fisheyes, adhesion issues, color shifts, etc.).
Perform root cause analysis using tools like 5-Why, Fishbone, PDCA, and implement permanent corrective actions.
Partner with Quality to monitor scrap, rework, and first-pass yield, and drive projects to reduce defects.
Launches, Trials & Process Changes
Lead process development for new colors, coatings, or products—from lab trials to full production.
Plan and run process trials and DOE to evaluate new materials, equipment, and parameter changes.
Support PPAPs and customer approvals by preparing data, documentation, and sample runs as needed.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Work closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, and Quality to ensure the paint process is understood, stable, and repeatable.
Train supervisors, leads, and operators on proper application techniques, defect recognition, and process controls.
Collaborate with Maintenance/Engineering on equipment upgrades, nozzle/robot changes, and oven/booth improvements.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure paint processes meet safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
Support safe storage, handling, and usage of paints, solvents, and chemicals used in the process.
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering
OR equivalent hands-on experience in paint/coatings process engineering.
Direct experience with industrial painting or coating operations (automotive, heavy truck, agriculture, metal finishing, composites, etc.).
Strong process engineering mindset: comfortable with data, parameters, standardized work, and root cause analysis.
Ability to operate on the production floor, communicate with operators, and present clearly to leadership.
Proficiency with Excel and basic data analysis for reporting and process monitoring.
Preferred
Experience with powder coating, liquid paint, or gel coat systems, including pretreatment and curing ovens.
Familiarity with DFT measurement, gloss/color measurement, adhesion testing, and cure verification.
Experience with robotic application equipment and/or automated paint lines.
Exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, PFMEA, control plans, and CI projects in a manufacturing environment.
Competitive salary and performance-based bonus opportunity.
Comprehensive benefits package ([health/dental/vision/401(k)/etc.]).
Paid time off and holidays.
Opportunities for growth into senior process engineering, project engineering, or leadership roles.
A visible impact: you’ll see your process changes show up directly as better quality, less scrap, and smoother production.
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Plastics product manufacturing
51 - 200 Employees
Johnson Creek, WI, US
1983
