Sr. Process Engineer

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Our client is seeking Process Engineers
, both junior and senior, to join their growing team.

Located in the beautiful Hayesville, NC.

Will pay for relocation!

In this role, you’ll focus on optimizing manufacturing processes
, improving product quality, reducing waste, and ensuring compliance with UL, ISO and other industry standards.

This is an exciting opportunity for a process‑driven engineer who is passionate about continuous improvement, innovation, and driving operational excellence in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.

• Develop, refine, and standardize extrusion processes to improve line efficiency and product consistency across multiple facilities.
• Lead troubleshooting efforts to resolve production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Recommend equipment, tooling, and material improvements to support growth and efficiency.
• Work with thermoplastics such as PVC, XLPE, PE, and TPE to support material trials and qualifications.
• Specify and maintain extrusion equipment through preventive maintenance programs.
• Validate extrusion parameters and finished product specifications including insulation thickness and concentricity.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement solutions for quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with customer and industry standards.
• Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to improve throughput, reduce variation, and eliminate waste.
• Develop and implement standardized procedures and training for production teams.
• Partner with R&D, quality, maintenance, and operations teams to launch new products and scale production.
• Support new product introductions with strong process design and validation.

• Proven experience with compound extrusion and cable manufacturing processes.
• Strong knowledge of thermoplastics, extrusion equipment, and quality systems.
• Hands‑on problem‑solving skills with a focus on continuous improvement.
• Experience leading Lean, Six Sigma, or other process improvement initiatives.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full‑time

• Manufacturing

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave

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