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. Thank you for your interest in working on our team! At the MCC Group, our Purpose is to lead with innovative solutions to achieve KAITEKI, the well-being of people and the planet. Based on integrity and respect for others, we continuously engage in diverse co-creation and bold challenges, building trust with stakeholders while addressing social issues. Shall we explore new possibilities with us by promoting value creation on a global scale and connecting a better future to the next generation?

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