Production & Process Engineer - SELIT North America

Welcome to SELIT North America, a privately owned company specialized in foam underlayment extrusion for the flooring industry. Our mission is simple: We hire to retire. What sets us apart is our innovative spirit, showcased in our state-of-the-art, air-conditioned manufacturing plant in Northeast Georgia. Join us to be part of a workplace that values development, creativity, and community. A career at SELIT North America isn't just a job; it's a lifelong journey in a cutting-edge and supportive environment.

As a Production & Process Engineer, you will be responsible for leading the technical production process and developing and integrating new technical activities. The ideal candidate must demonstrate excellent technical/ engineering skills, lean manufacturing principles, and an excellent knowledge of plant support systems. The position reports directly to the Director of Operations and will work hand in hand with our Process Engineers, our international Research & Development Team, as well as our Production Team in Plattsburgh, NY.

Our Plant Location    112 SELIT Drive - Commerce, GA 30529

Job Type   On-site

Pay Range   $80,000+ annually depending on experience

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Maintain, develop, and improve the foam extrusion manufacturing process
• Take responsibility for plant efficiency and safety improvement projects from project planning to realization
• Formulate maintenance protocols and direct maintenance duties in collaboration with the Maintenance Manager
• Assist production team hands-on with process adjustments and machinery troubleshooting
• Establish technical and digital monitoring for foam extrusion machinery
• Develop process reactions and improvements based on data
• Design machinery parts and tools with CAD applications and compile new production line budgets
• Competent in designing and executing electrical wiring and programming (PLC)
• Independently develop key process metrics, recipes and goals; develop action plans for desired results
• Work with company resources to drive production trials and tests for new product developments
• Availability to respond to emergency calls and do hands-on troubleshooting in a 24/7 operation

Your Skillset

• Strong knowledge of machines and technical processes in a manufacturing setting
• Track record of sophisticated process engineering projects
• Academic background in process engineering, industrial engineering, or electrical engineering
• Skilled in CAD software, technical writing, and Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Office365, Excel)
• Fulfill physical requirements including walking, standing, stooping and climbing
• Ability to lift up to 60lbs
• Availability to react on emergency calls outside normal work hours to support hands-on with troubleshooting
• Maximum of 40min driving distance to the plant is preferred    
• Committed to quality, safety, and communication

Preferred Qualifications

• Academic background in process, industrial, or electrical engineering
• Minimum of 3 years engineering experience
• Plastics manufacturing experience a plus

What We Offer

• Air-conditioned production environment
• Competitive wage
• Discretionary bonus (paid annually)
• Contributions to company plans for medical, 401k, life insurance
• Company dental, vision, short-term and long-term disability plans