First Quality · 14 hours ago
Process Engineer
Lock Haven, PA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expFirst Quality is a family-owned company that has grown significantly over the years, producing high-quality personal care and household products. The Process Engineer will provide leadership for the Paper Machines, focusing on improving efficiencies, reducing waste, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
ConsumerHealth CareInformation ServicesManufacturingRetail
Hiring Manager
Jennifer Smith
Responsibilities
Displays comprehensive knowledge and full understanding of the paper making process
Owns and manages the process databases and process system around the paper machine
Leader of process changes and improvements. (i.e. cost reduction, productivity, product quality, safety)
Complies with, and is a role model for, all First Quality safety and handbook protocol
Technical liaison with quality, safety, engineering, and product development departments
Demonstrates superior leadership capabilities in front of all FQT team members
Reinforces FQT management company direction and promotes positive change with the hourly workforce
Interfaces with maintenance department for daily, weekly, monthly, and outage maintenance work planning
Provide training mentoring and check-off approval for hourly team members
Develops plans to improve operational efficiency. (i.e. PLT, waste reduction, stock–off events, etc…)
Provide any relevant technical assistance to other FQT departments if requested
Maintain a constructive working relationship with quality and converting departments in order to efficiently resolve cross department issues
Analyze data to effectively troubleshoot and resolve production problems
Fill in for Production Manager when needed
Coordinates projects and support with outside parties. (i.e. vendors, contractors, outside firms, etc…)
Be a role model demonstrating the FQT “Rules of Engagement”
Qualification
Required
Minimum of Bachelor's degree; in Engineering or related technical field preferred
Minimum 3 years' experience with Paper Machine and/or operational background preferred
Possess excellent time management and organizational skills
Above average troubleshooting skills with analytical thought processes
Demonstrates good leadership qualities – accountability, credibility, trust
Employs excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Possesses intermediate computer and logic skills
Standard knowledge of O.S.H.A laws and regulations within the manufacturing field
Benefits
Competitive base salary and bonus opportunities
Paid time off (three-week minimum)
Medical, dental and vision starting day one
401(k) with employer match
Paid parental leave
Child and family care assistance (dependent care FSA with employer match up to $2500)
Bundle of joy benefit (year's worth of free diapers to all team members with a new baby)
Tuition assistance
Wellness program with savings of up to $4,000 per year on insurance premiums
...and more!
Company
First Quality
Manufacturing Adult Incontinence Products, Feminine Hygiene Products, Baby Wipes, Adult Washcloths, and Consumer Paper Products.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Mike Janiak
Chief Information Officer
Recent News
2025-10-07
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