Hiring: Process Engineer III Company: Trex Company Location: Winchester, VA Job Posted Time: 2026-09-10 13:14:39 Target Skills & Keywords : Microsoft Office, Six Sigma About the job Experience: •8+ years of experience in manufacturing or chemical process operations managing the manufacturing processes and procedures of wood/plastic composites and/or extrusion processes. •Solid functional working knowledge of problem-solving techniques •Extensive knowledge of MS Office applications. Required Skills: •Develop processes and procedures for the function of plant equipment required in manufacturing wood/plastic composites. Establish and maintain the required operating parameters, based on observed data and best practices, with minimal supervision from the supervisor. •Provide technical assistance to the Production Supervisors, Process Technicians, and maintenance team members to solve problems and optimize the operation of plant equipment. •Assume responsibility for the proper operation of the manufacturing lines and coordinate the repair and replacement of these pieces of equipment as needed. •Assume responsibility for all die repair and development. •Communicate project and process status with weekly reports to the Site Technical Manager. •Recommend capital projects based on a cost-benefit analysis and the intended production impact. Work with other departments on capital projects or improvements, identify necessary resources, and follow up to assess the operational success of the installed equipment. •Problem-solving expertise to address process, equipment, materials, quality, and EHS issues. Qualifications: •Plastics processing and/or extrusion experience. •Formal problem-solving training, such as Kepner-Tregoe and Six Sigma •Related experience in purchasing, capital equipment justification purchase and installation, warehousing, and quality control. •Decision Quality: Makes good decisions (without considering how much time it takes) based upon a mixture of analysis, wisdom, experience, and judgment; most of his/her solutions turn out to be correct and accurate when judged over time; is sought out by others for advice and solutions. •Communicating (Verbal & Written): Listens attentively and expresses ideas clearly and concisely. Shares relevant information in a timely and effective manner. Is available to write clearly and succinctly in a variety of communication settings and styles; can get messages across that have the desired effect. •Timely Decision Making: Makes tough decisions in a timely manner, sometimes with incomplete information and under tight deadlines and pressure; has a bias for action. •Problem-Solving: Solves difficult problems with effective solutions; asks good questions and probes all fruitful sources for answers; can see underlying or hidden problems and patterns; is excellent at honest analysis; looks beyond the obvious and doesn’t stop at the first answer. •Continuous Improvement: Provides high-quality products and services that meet the needs of the business. Commits to continuous development and fosters an environment that enables the most efficient and effective work processes. •Dealing with Ambiguity: Can effectively cope with change; can shift gears comfortably; can decide and act without having the total picture; isn’t upset when things are up in the air; doesn’t have to finish things before moving on; can comfortably handle risk and uncertainty. •Planning: Sets goals and objectives; breaks down work into process st eps; develops schedules and task/people assignments; anticipates and adjusts for problems; measures performance; evaluates results. Aligns work plans with the broader business strategy. Interested candidates, please apply directly through the job posting on company's career page or try via AI auto apply on this platform. Don't miss this opportunity to join a forward-thinking team!