Manufacturing Technology Leader
Chicago, Cook County, Illinois, 60290, USA
Listed on 2026-01-12
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer -
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer
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We’re seeking a Manufacturing Technology Leader who’s ready to put your skills to work on projects that matter — and build a career with a company that’s building North America.
Job Title: Manufacturing Technology Leader |
Req : 15348 |
HR Contact: Taylor J VALLEY |
Location: Remote Worker US
The Role
The Extrusion and Calender Technology Leader will develop and improve the extrusion and calendaring processes in the membrane facilities within Amrize.
What You'll Be Doing- Design, develop and implement new extrusion and calendering equipment and processes to improve product quality and efficiency.
- Identify and resolve production issues related to the existing equipment and processes.
- Analyze and improve existing processes to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
- Maintain technical documentation and records of equipment, processes and improvements.
- Research and maintain a library of equipment technology and suppliers.
- Provide technical assistance and training to plant engineers and production personnel.
- Participate on teams focused on quality and process improvement for the extruded and calendered product lines.
- Visit equipment suppliers to support new equipment construction or to investigate new equipment technologies.
- Support the value streams for each business functionally to ensure good collaboration, effective resolution of issues and facilitate business initiatives as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Demonstrate a commitment to communicating, improving and adhering to health, safety and environmental policies in all work environments and areas.
- Promote a culture of safety and exhibit these behaviors.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical Engineering or a related engineering field or equivalent experience.
- At least 12 years of directly related extrusion, calendaring and/or web tension control experience.
- Experience with capital project execution, installation & commission.
- Strong written & verbal communication skills.
- Excellent technical, analytical, and problem‑solving skills.
- Be willing to travel as needed up to 50% to plant and vendor sites.
- Visits may take place during plant shutdown periods.
- Advanced engineering degree.
- Extruder or Calender design experience.
- EPDM or Thermoplastic membrane experience.
- Experience with Management of Change processes.
- Successful candidates must adhere to all safety protocols and proper use of Amrize approved Personal Protection Equipment (PPE), including but not limited to respirators.
- Employees that are required to wear respirators must be clean shaven where the respirator seal meets the face in order to pass the qualitative and quantitative fit test.
- The working conditions normally include a working manufacturing office but may be dusty, non‑air‑conditioned industrial manufacturing and warehouse environment.
- Working temperature can vary and range from 65 to 90 degrees in the general working environment and hotter in certain areas of the plant.
- Occasional work is required in outdoor activities in hot or adverse weather.
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds.
- Must be able to climb ladders, railcar platforms, lift and carry hoses, kneel, bend, reach and stoop.
- Periodic periods of prolonged sitting and data analysis work.
- Competitive Compensation
- Retirement Savings
- Medical, Dental, Disability and Life Insurance Coverage
- Holistic Health & Well‑Being Programs
- Health Savings Accounts (HSA) & Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for
- Health and Dependent Care
- Vision and other Voluntary Benefits and Discounts
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave (Maternity and Paternity)
- Educational Assistance Program
- Mid‑Senior level
- Full‑time
- Management and Manufacturing
- Wholesale Building Materials, Mining, and Construction
Amrize is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
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