Process Engineer 2

**Company:** Mitsubishi Films America (MFA) Greer, SC **Job Description:** **Shape the Future of Advanced Film Manufacturing** At Mitsubishi Chemical, our film products power applications that matter—from packaging to industrial and specialty uses. We’re looking for a **Process Engineer** who thrives in a hands-on manufacturing environment and is excited to **optimize, innovate, and improve high-speed film production lines**. In this role, you’ll be a technical leader on the floor—driving safety, quality, productivity, and cost improvements while partnering closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, R&D, and Commercial teams. **What You’ll Do** As a Process Engineer, you’ll play a critical role in strengthening process capability and operational excellence across our film lines: **Process & Operational Excellence** * Provide **daily technical troubleshooting** support for safety, quality, and productivity challenges. * Analyze and trend process KPIs to drive **continuous improvement** in safety, yield, efficiency, and cost. * Develop, update, and sustain **process documentation and Standard Operating Conditions (SOCs)**. * Lead root cause analysis and implement **corrective and preventive actions**. **Safety Leadership** * Proactively identify and implement **process and equipment safety improvements**. * Support safe work practices for daily operations. * Participate in environmental, health, and safety audits to ensure regulatory and company compliance. **Project & Innovation Support** * Coordinate and support **planned downtime events**, process upgrades, and capital projects. * Support **new process development, product commercialization, and trial execution**. * Partner with R&D and Commercial teams to translate innovation into reliable manufacturing processes. **Collaboration & People Development** * Train and mentor operators and training personnel on new processes and equipment. * Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, R&D, and Sales. * Serve as a trusted technical resource in a **team-based manufacturing culture**. **What We’re Looking For** **Required Qualifications** * Bachelor’s degree in **Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Materials Engineering**, or related discipline. * **2-3 years** of experience in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Continuous Improvement roles. * Strong working knowledge of **Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma**, or similar methodologies. * Proven troubleshooting, data analysis, and statistical problem-solving skills. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. * Willingness to provide **off-hours support** for a 24/7 manufacturing operation. **Preferred Experience** * Experience with **film processing and film manufacturing equipment**. * Hands-on experience in high-speed, continuous manufacturing environments. **Skills That Set You Apart** * Ownership mindset with a passion for improving how things work. * Ability to influence and collaborate across all organizational levels. * Strategic thinker with strong decision-making capabilities. * Proficiency with **MS Office**, data analysis tools, and project management fundamentals. * Business-fluent English. **Why This Role Is Exciting** * **High-Impact, Hands-On Engineering:** You’ll work directly on film manufacturing lines where your ideas and solutions immediately improve safety, quality, and productivity—not a desk-only role. * **End-to-End Ownership:** From troubleshooting daily issues to supporting capital projects, process upgrades, and new product commercialization, you’ll see your work move from concept to production. * **Advanced Film Technology:** Gain exposure to complex film processing equipment and cutting-edge materials used in diverse, real-world applications. * **Cross-Functional Influence:** Partner closely with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, R&D, and Commercial teams—your voice will matter in decisions that shape manufacturing performance. * **Continuous Improvement Culture:** Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and data-driven problem-solving in an environment that values innovation and practical improvement. * **Career Growth & Visibility:** This role offers strong visibility with site leadership and clear pathways for growth within Mitsubishi Chemical’s global organization. * **Safety-First Mindset:** Be a leader in creating safer processes and systems while working for a company that prioritizes people and sustainability. **_“The salary range for this position is $80,000-$85,000._** **_Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered. This salary will be subject to a geographic adjustment (according to a specific city and state), if an authorization is granted to work outside of the location listed in this posting._**