Template - Process Engineer

Avery Dennison (NYSE: AVY) is a global leader in labeling and packaging materials and solutions. Each distinctive product and technological leap forward is brought to light in an energizing environment where teamwork and curiosity thrive.

Looking for a collaborative culture where bold ideas turn into action? Then this is the place for you! With over 25,000 employees in more than 50 countries, we're inspired by the art of the possible, and motivated to continuously improve.

As a Process Engineer, you will be responsible for reducing product and process variation through the use of Six Sigma / statistical tools and the implementation or improvement of existing procedures and process controls. 

In this important role you will also be responsible for: 

Be a business partner to the site leadership team Identify & analyze production problems using Six Sigma methodologies to control & improve manufacturing processes. Loss reduction & continuous improvement in coating line productivity & product quality through the use of problem solving, Six Sigma & project management skills. Continually improve & optimize current products through variation reduction. Provide support for new product development and material changes as they arise by interacting with and being a member of Marketing and R&D teams. Develop control strategies for sustaining all continuous improvement projects. Initiate, manage & participate in safety, quality, cost & process improvement projects. Provide ongoing process evaluation—including trials & capability studies. Implementation of new equipment & operating procedures. Mentoring other process engineers and operations personnel. Developing and implementing technical training. Participating, leading and sponsoring various task teams. Assisting in the development of long-term strategies.

What we will be looking for in you: 

Essential: 

• Experience with statistical analysis, statistical process controls, SPC, DOE, FMEA, and MSE. 
• Ability to develop, implement, monitor, measure, and control functional improvement plans. 
• Problem solving, decision analysis, situation appraisal skills. 
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Ability to influence others. Approachable, effective in giving/receiving feedback. 
• Strong presentation and facilitation skills. Strong PC skills – MS Office, Lotus Notes, MINITAB, QSI and QIS experience a plus. 
• WANT: Previous ISO 9001-2000 experience with implementation, improvement, and sustainment. 
• WANT: Previous Six Sigma exposure/experience. Green Belt / Black Belt certification a plus. 

Preferred: 

• Experience with Controls, instrumentation, PLC knowledge also a plus. 
• Previous experience with PSA / web based processes. 

Education: 

• BS Degree in engineering required.
  

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or other protected status. EEOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.