A Process Engineer solves problems related to the manufacturing and use of products, including chemicals, fuel, food, and clothing. Designs new products, improves existing ones, or develops new processes for better use of existing materials. May specialize in a chemical engineering process, such as making plastics, or in an industry such as health care.
Senior Process Engineer | Manufacturing | $111K•120K Purple Cow Recruiting Knoxville, TN Job Details Full-time $111,000•$120,000 a year 4 hours ago Qualifications Practicing in a sourcing or procurement role New product introduction engineering projects Contractor management Defect resolution root cause analysis Design of manufacturing processes Engineering process optimization Equipment troubleshooting Chemical scale-up projects Manufacturing facility experience Production validation processes Technology transfer (scale-up process) Vendor relationship management Managing projects Industrial plant projects Factory experience Failure analysis Production troubleshooting
Full Job Description Description:
Senior Process Engineer | Manufacturing | $111K•120K Full Time | Onsite | Knoxville, TN Elizabeth Banzhaf, LPN Co-Founder & COO |
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272-230-3157
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View Elizabeth's LinkedIn Prefer a confidential conversation instead of applying? Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157 . Heartline Staffing is recruiting a Senior Process Engineer for a full-time onsite manufacturing position in Knoxville, Tennessee. This position is responsible for establishing, maintaining, and optimizing process engineering operations within a technical ceramic manufacturing facility. The role owns the transition of new processes from R D into full-scale manufacturing, including equipment specification, installation oversight, commissioning, validation, and process scale-up.
POSITION OVERVIEW
Establish, maintain, and optimize process engineering operations within a manufacturing environment Transition new processes from R D into full-scale manufacturing Specify equipment and oversee equipment installation, commissioning, validation, and process scale-up Develop ceramic powder formulations and processes to produce ready-to-press products Lead Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), and process validation Develop manufacturing processes for new products and materials Manage capital projects from scoping and justification through equipment procurement and installation Drive process improvements that improve yield or throughput Lead problem-solving activities for complex process and equipment-related issues
COMPENSATION
$111,000•120,000 ROLE Develop, review, and update work instructions, quality control documentation, and operator training as required Serve as the primary interface with manufacturers and vendors supplying raw materials and process equipment Manage activities from specification setting through implementation, manufacturing, and acceptance testing Ensure compliance with safety requirements Perform detailed analysis for executive review and communicate findings across organizational levels Monitor production standards and performance metrics including output, downtime, scrap, and efficiency Collaborate with maintenance, quality, engineering, and supply chain teams to optimize production processes Independently lead multi-phase projects including scope definition, budget management, schedule control, and contractor oversight
Requirements:
Requirements Bachelor's Degree In Engineering Or Related Discipline
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Minimum 7 Years In A Process Engineering Role In A Manufacturing Environment
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Strong Track Record Developing, Optimizing, Troubleshooting, And Scaling Manufacturing Processes
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Experience Managing Vendors And Contractors
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Experience With FAT/SAT Testing And Capital Projects From Concept Through Implementation
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Strong Root Cause Analysis Skills Using Data To Solve Complex Manufacturing And Equipment Issues
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Ability To Work Full-Time Onsite In Knoxville, Tennessee
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Preferred Master's Degree Preferred Technical Ceramic Manufacturing Experience Preferred Experience With Batching Calculations, Mixing, Spray-Drying, Calcining, And Fine Particle Milling Preferred Experience With Dry-Pressing, Hot-Pressing, Sintering, And Ceramic Machining Preferred Not ready to formally apply? That's completely fine. Many professionals prefer a confidential conversation first. Call or text Elizabeth directly at 272-230-3157 .
