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Process Engineer

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We're looking for a dependable Process Engineer to work onsite at our Elkhart, Indiana manufacturing facility to support our full-time, GMP-certified production operations. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fastpaced production setting, enjoys handson problem solving, and is motivated by improving processes, supporting new product development, and driving continuous improvement. If you're detailoriented, technically curious, and ready to make an impact on production efficiency and product quality, this is a strong opportunity to grow your engineering career.

Compensation

We offer a competitive compensation package aligned with experience, technical capability, and engineering skill level.

Work Schedule

• Full-time, Onsite
• Office Hours: 7 AM – 4 PM | Monday – Friday
• Candidates must be able to work onsite in our Elkhart, IN manufacturing facility.

Why Placon – You'll Love It Here

• Handson Process Engineer role where your technical expertise and problemsolving skills truly matter
• Opportunities to grow in new product development, process engineering, capital equipment, and continuous improvement
• A supportive manufacturing environment with modern systems, advanced equipment, and strong crossfunctional collaboration
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, GMP, ISO systems, and datadriven process control
• A culture focused on innovation, customer partnership, and operational excellence

What You'll Do

• Qualify New Products - Devise and execute plans to qualify new products and materials, ensuring process capability
• Support Capital Equipment - Become an onsite expert for new equipment; create work instructions, documentation, and train production personnel
• Improve Process Control - Analyze process trends, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with production and maintenance teams
• Drive Continuous Improvement - Use Lean/Six Sigma tools to reduce variability and inefficiencies; implement measurable improvements
• Analyze & Present Data - Collect, analyze, and communicate datadriven recommendations through formal presentations
• Coordinate with Design & Planning - Work with design and planning teams to ensure product and tooling deadlines are met
• Maintain Technical Documentation - Construct and maintain item specifications, technical data sheets, and process documentation
• Establish Product Standards - Define and review standards for materials, labor, and equipment
• Support ISO Quality Systems - Maintain understanding of ISO requirements related to process establishment and development
• Write Capital Expenditure Proposals - Prepare and secure approval for capital expenditure requests

What You Bring

• Bachelor of Science in Chemical, Materials, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong crossfunctional teamwork and collaboration abilities
• High attention to detail, strong time management, and selfaccountability
• Technical competency in polymers, materials, processing, and test methods
• Understanding of statistical analysis for process control and capability
• Strong troubleshooting and problemsolving skills
• Experience in a manufacturing environment with exposure to machinery and equipment
• Ability to learn and utilize ERP/QMS systems
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies
• Project management skills including planning, risk identification, and performance tracking
• Ability to handle differing opinions and resolve conflict professionally while upholding The Placon Way

Does this sound like you?

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Placon employment offers are contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug test, basic physical, background check, educational verification, and reference checks (as applicable).

Placon requires that employees have and maintain authorization to work in the country in which the role is based. In general, Placon does not sponsor candidates for non-immigrant visas or permanent residency unless based on business need.

Placon is committed to equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or expression, marital status, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected characteristics.