Process Engineer
WHO WE ARE
HQ Pack fosters a responsible environment where we grow as an ambitious high-tech packaging and global service provider without compromising our core values. Together with our customers, suppliers, partners, and HQ Group members worldwide, we deliver high-quality packaging solutions that ensure the safe and clean transport of valuable industrial and technical products. We manage the full lifecycle from design and production to (re)cleaning and reuse supported by state-of-the-art in-house cleanroom facilities. Our global services include maintaining, storing, distributing, and promoting the reuse of packaging solutions. We believe the right cultural fit creates strong, long-term partnerships. Our goal is to make this the best career opportunity you’ve ever had.
JOB SUMMARY
The Process Engineer is responsible for carrying out various process-related activities within the service center and production in order to achieve the most optimal and efficient production process. The PE translates product specifications into documented checklists and processes, ensuring that the processes meet the correct standards from a customer perspective or laws and regulations, ensures correct work instructions within the department.
In addition, works on improvement processes and supplying necessary data to internal departments. Analyses, identifies, gives solicited and unsolicited advice on process conditions.
Informs shift leaders and possibly employees about new processes and/or products. Has regular internal consultation with the internal departments Quality, Engineering, Planning and Purchasing.
Must comply with given (safety) instructions and use personal protective equipment (PPE) where necessary.
DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
· Ensures proper documentation is created that adheres to customer product BoMs and specifications for servicing RTMs (Returnable Transport Materials) for high tech companies.
· Translates product specifications into processes and therefore co-determining the optimal work sequence, workplace layout, processing times, required machines and tools.
· Compiles a detailed process description leading to work instructions and adapting existing instructions where necessary
· Ensures correct technical documentation
· Identifies areas for improvement, initiates projects or makes improvement proposals and implements these in consultation with shiftleaders/teamleaders.
· Provides input on process parameters such as cycle times, pre- and post-calculation of work orders, technical capabilities of machines and other equipment
· Performs checks based on the work orders, troubleshoots issues identified, analyses and gives advice
· Informs and instructs shift leaders and, where necessary, employees
· Analyses, identifies, advises and consults in the context of processes, quality, safety, controllability and optimal production.
· Makes process design for efficient arrangement of workstations, machines and tools; analyses, optimises and proposes improvements
· Participates in consultation forms for the processes within production
· Helps ensure that production can achieve set targets.
· Follow all safety policies, PPE requirements, and operational procedures
· Ensure compliance with company quality and operational procedures
· Maintain a clean, organized, and safe work area
QUALIFICATIONS & EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS
· Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree with hands‑on process or manufacturing engineering experience
· 1-5 years of experience in production and/or engineering environment
· Ability to translate specs into working production checklists and process routers
· Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement methodologies
· Familiar with ERP/MRP systems and BoM structures
· Capability to optimize workflow and improve throughput with minimal waste
· Strong root‑cause analysis abilities (5-Why, Pareto, Fishbone, etc.)
· Ability to read, interpret, and follow technical documents, labels, and customer-supplied work instructions
· Strong problem-solving skills and adaptability for various technical challenges
· Able to work independently with minimal supervision and collaboratively within a team
· Fluent speaking and writing in English
· Must be eligible to work in the U.S.
*PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIORNMENT: *
· Moderate physical effort required
· Continually required to stand
· Continually required to utilize hand and finger dexterity
· Frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel or crawl
· Continually utilize visual acuity to operate equipment, read technical information
· Frequently required to lift, push, and carry items up to 50 pounds
· Continually exposed to loud noise
· Ability to stand, bend, and move throughout the shift in a warehouse environment
Join us to be part of a forward-thinking organization where your engineering expertise will directly impact our manufacturing excellence! We value innovation, continuous learning, and a proactive approach to problem-solving—empowering you to make a real difference every day!
Pay: $70,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee discount
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Vision insurance
Work Location: In person