Process Engineer
Summary
Designs and improves manufacturing processes for horticultural products, troubleshooting equipment like extruders and injection molders while leading efficiency projects and safety initiatives.
Process Engineer
Ready to put your engineering talent toward something that matters? At Growscape, you'll help build smarter, more sustainable solutions for the horticultural industry, while having fun, growing your career, and sharing in our success. We're looking for driven talent to help shape a greener future with our team.
Growscape is a proud combination of many legacy brands that continue to transform the horticultural industry through bold leadership, innovative manufacturing, and a comprehensive portfolio of sustainable, innovative products ideal for greenhouse, nursery, retail, and commercial markets. As a leading manufacturer of horticulture growing containers, we're driven by our mission: “From Grower to Gardener, Improving Our World.” Come grow with us!
Key Responsibilities
Process & Equipment
- Learn and continuously improve manufacturing processes; support and troubleshoot process equipment (extrusion, vacuum forming, injection molding, printing, labeling)
- Assist technicians in diagnosing and resolving equipment and process issues
- Develop and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for equipment and processes
- Create test parameters and lead testing, data analysis, and implementation of process, equipment, and engineering solutions
Continuous Improvement & Project Leadership
- Lead a continuous improvement team focused on improving Yield Efficiency (OEE) in the department of focus
- Establish and manage continuous improvement plans that raise efficiency, quality, safety, or service levels
- Lead capital projects from planning through execution, including budgeting, scheduling, and coordination with vendors and contractors
- Manage, prioritize, and complete projects/programs of moderate to large size, scope, and duration, coordinating with engineers, technicians, other stakeholders, and plant floor teams
- Lead process failure discussions and investigations to ensure consistent solutions across all Departments
- Translate broad, conceptual ideas into practical, actionable solutions
Leadership & Safety
- Ensure safe work practices are followed at all times
- Lead by example as a hands-on leader; mentor team members on best practices
- Perform all duties in accordance with Growscape values
- Perform other duties and special projects as assigned