Process Engineer
Company: Custom Processing Inc
Location: Reading
Posted on: February 11, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Description Description: Summary: The
Building 2 Process Engineer will be responsible for analyzing,
designing, and optimizing production processes to improve
efficiency, quality, and safety. This role will work closely with
cross-functional teams, including production, quality assurance,
and maintenance to drive continuous improvement and support the
plant’s operational goals. Requirements: Accountable Functions and
Responsibilities: Customer Focused: · Understand customer
requirements with regard to process and specification and assure
both are integrated into operations. · Provide exceptional process
information and details to satisfy customer information
requirements and requests. CPS Focused: · Collaborate with EHS,
Quality, Maintenance, Logistics, Planning, Technical Sales
Engineering, and Project Engineering to deliver the manufacturing
plan within Job Metrics. · Work with the Building 2 Plant Manager
and operations team to deliver the revenue expected and committed
to on a monthly basis Key Functional Roles: · Ensure all processes
comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards. ·
Prepare new Job Jackets (batch records) for commercial products and
maintain templates for existing commercial products · Develop and
implement new or modified production processes, equipment, and
workflows. · Identify continuous improvement opportunities in
productivity, cost reduction, and quality through analysis of
existing manufacturing processes. · Collaborate with maintenance
and production teams to troubleshoot process-related issues. · Lead
or participate in root cause analysis and corrective actions for
process deviations, customer complaints, or product quality
concerns. · Monitor key process parameters, track performance
metrics, and generate regular reports for plant leadership. ·
Support the commissioning of new equipment and processes. · Support
Plant Manager in maintaining accuracy of production elements of
management information systems including financial reporting and
ERP systems. · Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean,
Six Sigma, or similar methodologies. · Work with suppliers and
vendors as needed to support equipment or process changes. People
Focused: · Provide technical training and support to production
personnel and help develop new training tools for use in the
business unit. · Provide a culture of engagement for all employees
within the business unit. Other Key Roles: · Act as deputy to the
Building 2 Plant Manager during vacation periods or other absences
· Share knowledge and expertise with Process Engineers in other
business unit and Technical Sales Engineers to improve teamwork and
collaboration · Perform any other related duty as identified by
Senior Leadership Job Metrics (Measurements of Success): • Safety
Incident rate • 360 feedback from peers and co-workers • Customer
Complaints • Equipment and Labor Efficiency and Utilization
Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in Chemical,
Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related field. • 2–5 years
of experience in a manufacturing or industrial setting • Champion
and embodiment of CPS Core Values • Strong knowledge of process
design, optimization, and control. • Proficiency in process
simulation software and data analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, Excel,
SPC). • Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other
continuous improvement frameworks. • Excellent problem-solving,
communication, and project management skills. • Ability to work in
a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities. •
Knowledge of safety and regulatory requirements relevant to the
manufacturing industry. • Willingness to accept the demands of a
twenty-four hour, seven day manufacturing operation. • Ability to
multitask and establish priorities in an environment of competing
expectations. • Willingness to continue education and personal
development for the purposes of staying up to date with industry,
technology, and regulatory requirements. • Desire to be a change
agent, not getting discouraged, but persevering through times of
conflict. • Flexible and open minded to change while at the same
time being able to hold an unwavering position. • Ability to
analyze data, look for trends, and draw conclusions for said data.
Location: • Reading Campus (primary work location) – 95% of time •
East Greenville (secondary location) – 5% of time Work Environment
(estimated averages): • Office 40% • Floor 60% • Work is performed
in a manufacturing plant environment with regular exposure to
machinery, noise, and varying temperatures. • Employee will be
required to don and doff process-specific personal protective
equipment (PPE) including appropriate safety shoes, dust
respirators, hard hat, etc. • Requires standing, walking, and
occasional lifting. • May require occasional off-shift or weekend
work to support production or projects. Growth Opportunities: •
Operations Leader • Technical Sales Engineer • Capital Project
Engineer Travel Requirements: • To vendor locations as needed to
support learning and equipment/process advancement • To industry or
technical conferences to advance learning and understanding of new
technologies • Between CPS sites as required
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