Process Engineer

Quanex is looking for a Process Engineer to join our team in Winnebago, IL A Process Engineer plays a crucial role in optimizing the PVC extrusion manufacturing processes, improving efficiency, quality, and productivity. Responsible for designing and implementing process improvements, conducting data analysis, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot and resolve process issues. We Offer You! Competitive Salary Bonus Potential 401K with 5% company match, yours to keep after 2 years 15% immediate return if you participate in the company's ESPP Medical, Dental & Vision Plans Employer paid disability plans and life insurance Paid Time Off & Holidays Standard Work Schedule Tuition support for degree and continuous education Employee Resource Groups focused on employee empowerment What's attractive about the position? Supportive and collaborative culture Ongoing interaction with multiple levels of the organization Tenured team of leaders and peers to provide support and training The opportunity to create impactful operational efficiency improvements within the business What Success Looks Like: Interact with Production line personnel to determine process problem areas. Identify equipment that reduces costs and improves productivity, quality and safety. Develop and optimize manufacturing processes to address scrap reduction and change over efficiencies, along w/ quality and productivity improvements. Collaborate with cross-functional and cross-plant teams to troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions. Provide technical support to production teams and assist in troubleshooting production-related problems. Participate in new product development and scale-up activities, including process design and equipment selection. Stay updated with industry trends, technologies, and best practices related to process engineering. What You Bring: Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; applicable work experience will be considered. At least two years of relevant Engineering experience, preferably within an extrusion manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of manufacturing flows & processes. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills Solid proficiency with a variety of computer systems and software applications, including CAD and MS Office. Sold professional communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to communicate at all levels within the organization. Solid understanding and demonstrated use of statistical controls and GD&T, related to quality. Solid knowledge of OSHA safety standards and 6S processes. Ability to travel up to 25%. The salary range for this position is $68K to $101K with bonus potential. Click the link below to learn more about what we do in our Winnebago, IL facility. Winnebago, IL About Quanex, A Part of Something Bigger Quanex (NYSE: NX) is a global, publicly traded manufacturing company primarily serving OEMs in the fenestration, cabinetry, solar, refrigeration and outdoor products markets. We are A Part of Something Bigger by improving the performance and aesthetics of end products through continuous innovation, helping customers achieve greater production efficiencies, dedication to giving back to communities where we operate, producing shareholder value and helping our employees learn, grow, and thrive. Learn more at Quanex.com. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-03-04