Job Description
Job Title
Drive manufacturing efficiency, process optimisation, & product improvements.
Job Description
Analyse manufacturing processes, cycle times, changeovers, and production bottlenecks to improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), throughput, and workflow efficiency. Execute new product introductions and process scale-up activities, including trial planning, process parameter development, production runs, and performance validation. Apply process engineering principles and mixing technologies to improve batch consistency, product quality, and manufacturing reliability. Develop and maintain work instructions, process documentation, control plans, and standard operating procedures that support First Pass Yield (FPY) and quality objectives. Perform process validation studies, collect and analyse manufacturing data, and prepare documentation supporting quality and compliance requirements. Investigate process-related product and customer concerns using root cause analysis methodologies and implement corrective actions to improve long-term process stability. Utilise Statistical Process Control (SPC) and continuous improvement techniques to identify opportunities for reducing process variation and waste. Maintain process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, validation records, and engineering change documentation to ensure traceability and process control. Collaborate with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams to improve manufacturing performance and support business objectives.
The Successful Applicant
Ideal Candidate: Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical discipline. 5+ years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, or chemical manufacturing environments. Experience supporting specialty chemicals, adhesives, coatings, polymers, or related manufacturing processes is strongly preferred. Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies, SPC, process validation, PFMEA, and control plan development. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret manufacturing data and implement process improvements. Experience with ERP systems and business intelligence tools; JD Edwards experience is advantageous. Strong technical writing, project coordination, and cross-functional communication abilities. Comfortable working in both manufacturing floor and office environments with a hands-on approach to engineering support. Organised, detail-oriented professional with excellent follow-through and a continuous improvement mindset.
What's On Offer
Competitive compensation package. Opportunities for career growth and technical development. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage. 401(k) retirement savings programme. Life insurance and disability coverage. Generous paid time off and holiday allowance. Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional training. Collaborative manufacturing environment focused on innovation, operational excellence, and continuous improvement.
Job summary:
Sector: Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector: Engineering Design and R&D
Industry: Industrial / Manufacturing
Where: International
Contract Type: Permanent
Consultant name: Josephine Belcher
Job Reference: JN-082026-7084816
Numbers & Facts
| Location | Winchester, Connecticut |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $80,000–$115,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
Skills
- Adhesivesunmatched
- Analytical Developmentunmatched
- Business Intelligence Softwareunmatched
- Business Supportunmatched
- Chemical Engineeringunmatched
- Chemical Processesunmatched
- Communication Skillsunmatched
- Continuous Improvementunmatched
- Corrective Actionunmatched
- Cross-Functionalunmatched
- Data Analysisunmatched
- Detail Orientedunmatched
- Documentationunmatched
- Documentation Planunmatched
- ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)unmatched
- Environmental Chemistryunmatched
- Follow Throughunmatched
- Industrial Coatingunmatched
- J D Edwardsunmatched
- Lean Manufacturingunmatched
- Lean Six Sigmaunmatched
- Manufacturingunmatched
- Manufacturing Analysisunmatched
- Manufacturing Engineeringunmatched
- Manufacturing Process Engineeringunmatched
- Manufacturing/Industrial Processesunmatched
- Organizational Skillsunmatched
- Performance Managementunmatched
- Polymersunmatched
- Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
- Process Analysisunmatched
- Process Control Engineeringunmatched
- Process Engineeringunmatched
- Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA)unmatched
- Process Flow Diagram (PFD)unmatched
- Process Improvementunmatched
- Process Validationunmatched
- Product/Service Launchunmatched
- Project/Program Coordinationunmatched
- Regulatory Complianceunmatched
- Root Cause Analysisunmatched
- Standard Operating Procedures (SOP)unmatched
- Statistical Process Controlunmatched
- Supply Chainunmatched
- Support Documentationunmatched
- Team Playerunmatched
- Technical Writingunmatched
- Traceabilityunmatched
- Writing Skillsunmatched
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