Process Engineer

Build your Career with an Industry Leader

Multi-Color Corporation manufactures labels for some of the biggest FMCG brand names found on supermarket shelves, bars, restaurants and hotels globally.  We also produce premium-quality labels for high-profile brands in the pharmaceutical, durables and home & personal care sectors. Given the fact our labels are applied to wine, spirits, beverage & soft drinks bottles, food packaging, bathroom products, medicine containers, white goods and automotive products, it is likely that you will put your hands on our labels on a daily basis.  It is our labels that identify, promote and help sell our customer’s products!  With 100+ manufacturing sites, and 12,000+ employees, we are the Global #1 for prime labels.

 

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Summary of the role

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes to improve quality, productivity, efficiency, safety, and cost performance. The role involves analysing existing processes, identifying improvement opportunities, implementing solutions, and supporting production teams to achieve operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Process Improvement

• Analyse manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for improvement.

• Develop and implement process optimization initiatives to improve productivity and efficiency.

• Conduct process capability studies and data analysis to reduce variation and defects.

• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement methodologies.

Production Support

• Provide technical support to production teams for process-related issues.

• Troubleshoot manufacturing problems and implement corrective actions.

• Monitor process performance and ensure compliance with operational standards.

• Support new product introduction (NPI) and production ramp-up activities.

Quality Management

• Ensure processes meet product quality requirements and customer specifications.

• Conduct root cause analysis on quality issues and implement preventive measures.

• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and control plans.

• Participate in internal and external quality audits as required.

Project Management

• Lead process improvement and cost reduction projects.

• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and R&D.

• Manage equipment installation, validation, and process qualification activities.

• Track project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.

Health, Safety, and Environment

• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct risk assessments for new processes and equipment.

• Support environmental sustainability and waste reduction initiatives.

• Promote a safe working culture within the manufacturing environment.

Documentation & Reporting

• Prepare technical reports, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

• Monitor and report key process metrics and improvement results.

• Maintain accurate records of process changes and engineering activities.

 

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Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.

Experience

• 2-5 years of experience in manufacturing, production, or process engineering environments.

• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies is preferred.

• Experience in ISO-certified manufacturing environments is an advantage.

Technical Skills

• Process analysis and optimization

• Statistical analysis and problem-solving

• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)

• Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools

• Process validation and equipment qualification

• Microsoft Office and data analysis tools

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills

• Effective communication and presentation skills

• Project management and organization

• Teamwork and collaboration

• Attention to detail

• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines

 

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Working Conditions

• Manufacturing and production environment.

• May require occasional overtime and support during equipment installation or production issues.

• Frequent interaction with production personnel and cross-functional departments.