Job Description
Job #: 160001 Title: Process Engineer Location: Ridgeway, VA Salary Range: Position: MECHANICAL ENGINEER Description:
AmeriStaff Employment & Staffing Solutions is currently seeking a Process Engineering Manager for a direct hire opportunity with a manufacturing client in Ridgeway, VA . This leadership role is responsible for applied engineering and process development for Nylon yarn and textile systems , driving innovation, product optimization, and technical problem-solving across yarn, fabric, and garment applications. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in textile engineering, chemical engineering, or polymer processing , with experience supporting customer-driven product development and continuous process improvement.
Benefits of the Process Engineering Manager: - Direct Hire Opportunity
- Competitive Salary (Based on Experience & Qualifications)
- Comprehensive Benefits Package Available
- Opportunity to lead innovative textile and process engineering initiatives
Responsibilities of the Process Engineering Manager: - Lead engineering development, optimization, and validation of Nylon yarn-to-fabric systems using circular knitting, warp knitting, and weaving platforms .
- Partner with new and existing customers to develop optimized yarn specifications tailored to specific fabric construction, performance requirements, and end-use applications.
- Define, evaluate, and optimize yarn parameters including denier, filament count, cross-section, finishes, and interlace characteristics to meet targeted mechanical and functional performance standards.
- Conduct root-cause analysis and troubleshoot technical issues related to yarn processing, fabric performance, dyeing, finishing, and garment functionality.
- Collaborate closely with R&D, manufacturing, and production teams to implement process-driven innovation and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Lead and oversee lab trials, pilot testing, mill trials, and benchmarking studies against competitive materials and technologies.
- Support the development, implementation, and validation of sustainable Nylon and alternative material solutions .
- Analyze and improve polymer processing, spinning performance, extrusion parameters, and thermal processing to maximize product quality and manufacturing efficiency.
- Monitor and optimize chemical formulations, textile finishes, additives, and process chemistry to improve product performance and consistency.
- Evaluate textile manufacturing variables such as tension, shrinkage, dye uptake, moisture management, durability, tensile strength, and fabric performance characteristics .
- Develop and maintain process control strategies , quality standards, and performance metrics to ensure consistent manufacturing output.
- Drive continuous improvement projects focused on waste reduction, efficiency, quality enhancement, and cost savings.
- Provide technical leadership and engineering support for customer-driven product development and commercialization efforts .
- Develop technical documentation, SOPs, engineering procedures, process guidelines, and training materials.
- Mentor and provide technical guidance to engineering, technical, and production teams as needed.
- Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards within engineering and manufacturing operations.
- Perform additional duties as assigned by management.
Requirements of the Process Engineering Manager: - Master's degree in Textiles required.
- Degree concentration in Textile Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Materials Science, or a related technical field strongly preferred.
- Strong experience in textile manufacturing, Nylon yarn systems, polymer processing, or engineered textile products required.
- Experience with circular knitting, warp knitting, weaving, yarn development, or textile performance testing preferred.
- Knowledge of polymer chemistry, extrusion/spinning processes, textile finishing, and process optimization strongly preferred.
- Experience with root-cause analysis, process validation, and continuous improvement methodologies .
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment.
- Ability to interpret technical data and translate engineering findings into actionable process improvements.
- Excellent communication and customer-facing skills with the ability to collaborate across departments and with external partners.
- Experience leading technical projects, product development, or engineering initiatives preferred.
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Requirements: Job Type: Permanent Post Date: 05/21/2026
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