Process Engineer

Coty
Sanford, NC

PROCESS ENGINEER

SANFORD, NC

COTY is looking for smart leaders who are fast and passionate.

Our Manufacturing Process Engineers are responsible for driving production losses to zero and delivering breakthrough results. The Process Engineer will lead continuous improvement activities through detailed data analysis and root cause problem solving tools to achieve business objectives. Dealing with a multitude of current and future products, Manufacturing Process Engineers have the technical curiosity and knowledge to develop new approaches to big problems. Your work will require creativity, innovation, teamwork, and leadership.

RESPONSIBILITIES

As our Process Engineer, you are responsible for:

Your main focus:

  • Lead Continuous Improvement Activities including Focused Improvement Events, Kaizen’s, 5S activities & Stop the Stops Events
  • Act as the department representative to the new product development team, providing early feedback to design on new components and initiatives, and overseeing all line trials in production
  • Serve as Delivery Leader for all engineering lead projects in the department, ensuring the successful start-up of new equipment
  • Responsible for Data Integrity and reporting of KPI’s for the department
  • Development of Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis Mastery, including use of Fishbone and 5-Why tools
  • Follow all site GMP policies and procedures
  • Other duties as assigned

Key Success Measures:

  • Ensuring high quality products are produced per the design specifications
  • Achieving operating efficiency of the department measured by units produced and labor cost
  • Scrap Reduction targets are achieved
  • New initiatives are produced per the product design and on time to achieve new product launches

Leading the team:

  • Process Engineers will be members of the department leadership teams they work in; They will be instrumental in the development of the annual masterplan and operating budgets of the department
  • Serve as small group leaders during Focused Improvement Events
  • Process Engineers are responsible for training operators and mechanics on new machinery and systems that are delivered to the department

Continuous improvement:

  • Development, implementation and monitoring of Standard Operating Procedures to ensure consistency and reliability in manufacturing processes
  • Lead implementation of the Autonomous Maintenance Daily Management Systems in the department (CIL’s / Defect Handling / Centerlining)

Project management:

  • Serve as the department Delivery Leader in projects for process innovation, capacity expansion and cost optimization
  • Lead Commissioning, Qualification and Verification of new equipment, initiatives and components in the department


Working for Coty means
our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing innovative concepts to life. If you’re someone unwilling to settle, likes to envision larger possibilities, accelerate learning, and push boundaries – we’d love to hear from you! Working at Coty means being part of an inclusive workplace committed to diversity and equity, valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Your ideas will count, fostering a career where you can achieve more than you ever imagined.

The team consists of Process Engineers working closely together with several departments such as the Site Initiative Leaders/New Product Development, Site Engineering, Technical Packaging, Quality Management, and Site Safety team.

QUALIFICATIONS

We’d love to see candidates who have:

Essential:

  • B.S. Degree in an Engineering Discipline
  • 0 to 3+ years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
  • Background in root cause problem solving, Lean Manufacturing practices, and continuous improvement
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams
  • Ability to lead and manage multiple projects at one time
  • Able to work with a diverse team of individuals

OUR BENEFITS

As our Process Engineer, this is unique role with a genuine opportunity to make an impact. You’ll get to work in a diverse environment with a team of professionals who are passionate about the work they do and know how to have some fun along the way.

Featured Benefits:

  • Health, dental, vision and disability insurance; 401(k) with generous employer match; paid time off and Summer Fridays; Parental leave; Tuition reimbursement; *Benefits and compensation program descriptions are general in nature and may be subject to change; specific benefits eligibility and details will be provided in offer materials.

RECRUITMENT PROCESS

  1. Our recruiter will contact you.
  2. A telephone/online introductory meeting follows.
  3. A first online/in-person interview
  4. A second interview
  5. You will receive a proposal with the terms of employment.

ABOUT COTY

Coty is one of the world’s largest beauty companies with an iconic portfolio of brands across fragrance, color cosmetics, skincare, and body care. At Coty, we celebrate the entire human kaleidoscope and cultivate a culture of fearless kindness.

Our people make us who we are. They are the brightest minds bringing the boldest ideas to life every day. If you’re the kind of person who refuses to settle, if you want to think bigger, learn faster and go further than you ever thought possible – we’d love to hear from you.

Coty is deeply committed to Changing the Conversation around Diversity, Equity & Inclusion in an effort to create a more open, inclusive, and diverse workplace where all employees can be their authentic self. Join us in making over the world of beauty!

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

We offer equal employment opportunity to qualified individuals without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, age, gender, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Coty complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact [email protected] . We strongly believe that cultivating a diverse workplace gives a company strength. The combination of unique skills, abilities, experiences and backgrounds creates an environment that produces extraordinary results. EOE Minorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Disabled.

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Posted 2025-09-30

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