Sealed Air Corporation

Process Engineer

Sealed Air Corporation$81K — $145K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Polymer, Plastics Engineering, or related field.
  • 3-5+ years of experience in extrusion or polymer manufacturing environments.
  • Familiarity with blown film, cast film, and flexible packaging processes preferred.
  • Strong understanding of polymer processing and extrusion equipment.
  • Experience with SPC, DOE, root cause analysis, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience in process improvements and scrap reduction initiatives.
  • Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Own and optimize Rollstock extrusion processes for efficient manufacturing.
  • Troubleshoot extrusion issues related to materials and process variations.
  • Drive scrap reduction and process variation improvements through data analysis.
  • Lead Lean and Six Sigma projects focused on operational efficiency.
  • Support capital projects and new technology implementations.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product launches and process enhancements.
  • Provide hands-on technical leadership in a high-volume manufacturing environment.

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with cross-functional teams.
  • Opportunities for professional development and Lean/Six Sigma training.
  • Hands-on technical leadership role.
  • Engagement in continuous improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
  • Involvement in capital projects and innovative technology integration.
Full Job Description
What will you do as Process Engineer at Sealed Air?

As a Process Engineer, you will serve as the technical owner of polymer film extrusion processes supporting Rollstock packaging applications in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This role operates with a high level of independence and partners closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Product Development teams to improve process capability, reliability, yield, and safety.

You will lead troubleshooting efforts, process optimization initiatives, capital projects, material qualifications, and continuous improvement activities while driving operational excellence through data-driven decision-making and hands-on floor support.

Why do we need you?
  • Own and optimize Rollstock extrusion processes to ensure stable, repeatable, and efficient manufacturing performance.
  • Troubleshoot complex extrusion issues related to materials, process variation, temperature control, gauge/profile consistency, and downstream operations.
  • Drive reductions in scrap, downtime, and process variation through data-driven root cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Lead Lean and Six Sigma projects focused on yield, throughput, setup reduction, and operational efficiency.
  • Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, startups, process trials, and new technology implementation.
  • Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Maintenance, and Product Development teams to support product launches, resin qualifications, and process improvements.
  • Strengthen process control, safety, quality, and operational standards through SPC, DOE, FMEA, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Provide hands-on technical leadership and floor support in a high-volume extrusion manufacturing environment.

What skills will help you succeed?
  • Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Polymer, Plastics Engineering, or related field.
  • 3-5+ years of experience in extrusion, polymer manufacturing, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
  • Experience with blown film, cast film, flexible packaging, or plastics extrusion processes preferred.
  • Strong understanding of polymer processing, extrusion equipment, process optimization, and troubleshooting.
  • Experience using SPC, DOE, root cause analysis, and Lean/Six Sigma methodologies in manufacturing operations.
  • Hands-on experience supporting process improvements, scrap reduction, uptime optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Experience supporting capital projects, startups, equipment upgrades, or process trials preferred.
  • Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work cross-functionally in a hands-on manufacturing environment.
  • Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred.
  • Comfortable supporting occasional off-shift troubleshooting and plant operational needs.

Pay Transparency
  • Salary Range: $81,900 - $145,335

The range disclosed complies with applicable state and local pay transparency laws. Offers within this range will be determined by considering relevant factors including education, experience, and internal alignment

Requisition id: 55102

Relocation: No

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About Sealed Air Corporation

Sealed Air Corporation is a packaging company that creates a range of packaging solutions for food, medical, and industrial applications. The company operates in three segments: Food Care, Product Care, and Medical Applications. Sealed Air's products include packaging materials, equipment, and systems. The company was founded in 1960 and is headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina. Sealed Air has operations in more than 50 countries and serves customers in a variety of industries, including food and beverage, healthcare, and e-commerce.
Learn more about Sealed Air Corporation
Size
16,500 employees
Market Cap
$7.1 billion
Industry
Net Income
$502.9 million
Founded
1960
5 Year Trend
+5.6%
Revenue
$4.9 billion
NASDAQ

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