Senior Engineer, Plastics- Manchester, NH

Job Objective

Perform a variety of engineering work to install, improve, and evaluate new and existing manufacturing equipment and processes. Understand internal and external customer requirements, align work product with capability to minimize the cost of poor quality and maximize customer satisfaction.

Essential Job Functions

Utilize appropriate statistical and data analysis tools within a structured problem‑solving approach to characterize and improve existing processes, and to translate customer requirements into repeatable and capable manufacturing processes. Plan, execute, and analyze multi‑phase validation runs to determine if new equipment, processes, and tooling meet functional performance requirements. Develop and maintain Project Charters and Implementation Plans (includes establishing project scope, anticipated gains, required resources, timelines, etc.). Act as technical liaison to development groups, participate on design/project review teams. Develop product and equipment specifications to ensure resulting processes are manufacturing capable. Support transfer of project solutions or new processes to on‑going operations, through operator training and development of standard operating procedures, where applicable. Establish and implement control plans to ensure project gains and improvements are realized and maintained over time. Understand and contribute to the development of the operational strategy that in turn drives Operational Excellence activity regionally and globally.

Minimum Job Qualifications

• B.S. Degree in Chemical or Plastics Engineering with 5‑9 years industry experience.
• Mechanical, industrial, or other related Engineering fields considered with relevant knowledge and experience.
• Knowledge of applied statistics, process validation, root cause analysis and Six Sigma Tools.
• Computer skills utilizing Microsoft Office software.
• Strong leadership, teamwork, communication, and project management skills.
• Ability to self‑pace learn including book, web‑based, and classroom participation.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally (<10%).

Desired Qualifications

• Experience utilizing MiniTab statistical software.
• Knowledge of textile and/or plastics manufacturing processes.
• Experience with web management and converting processes.

Health and Welfare Benefits

• Medical and Prescription Coverage (HSA and HRA Options)
• Dental Coverage
• Vision Coverage
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award‑Winning Wellness and Incentive Program
• Life Insurance
• Short‑ and Long‑Term Disability
• Business Travel Accident Insurance
• Voluntary Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program)
• Retirement Savings Plan 401(k) with generous 5.5% company match and immediate vesting
• Paid Vacation Time
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Parental Leave
• 13 Paid Company Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Financial Wellness Benefit – SmartDollar®
• Employee Recognition Programs
• Employee Resource Groups
• Charitable or Educational Matching Gift Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Equal Employment Opportunity

Velcro Companies provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.