Corporate Process Engineer (Thermoforming)

Corporate Process Engineer (Thermoforming)Work Model: HybridTravel: 50% in support of plant operations and project workOur client is a well-established manufacturer investing in operational excellence, production consistency, and future ready thermoforming capability across a multi-site network. This is a key corporate engineering position offering strong exposure, significant accountability, and the opportunity to influence how standards, capital initiatives, and operational performance evolve across multiple locations. The role offers a strong mix of technical problem solving, cross functional collaboration, and hands-on support for major improvement initiatives.This Role OffersEnterprise level visibility across multiple manufacturing sites.Opportunity to serve as a lead thermoforming resource within a growing engineering function.Blend of process improvement, plant support, standardization, and project execution.Exposure to equipment upgrades, operational improvements, and commercialization support.FocusDrive improvements in forming reliability for thin materials, with attention to output, defect reduction, material usage, and safe workflows.Assist with equipment and investment-related efforts, including enhancements, implementation support, commissioning activities, testing, and operational ramp-up.Define and advance standard methods for machine setup, changeovers, material transitions, troubleshooting, and maintaining stable operating performance.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to advance new initiatives and drive continuous operational enhancements.Drive cost savings by improving processes, optimizing material usage, standardizing workflows, and enhancing equipment performance.Leverage performance metrics and site input to guide improvement efforts and translate insights into tangible operational gains.Support team development by sharing practical knowledge and promoting consistent practices across sites through effective communication and joint problem-solving.Provide regular updates on project progress, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders and site leadership.Skill SetRequires a four-year degree in engineering or a comparable technical discipline.Min 5 years working with thermoforming processes in a manufacturing setting.Strong experience in thin gauge forming environments.Experience with PET and polypropylene materials strongly preferred.Background in process improvement, manufacturing optimization, and continuous improvement practices.Background contributing to facility-level initiatives tied to equipment, process enhancements, or performance improvements.Ability to influence teams across multiple sites without direct reporting authority.Experience with tools such as Excel, SAP, Minitab, or similar systems is helpful.Additional plastics processing exposure is a plus.About Blue Signal: