Westlake offers you the potential to enrich your work life and career experience in an entrepreneurial environment. We work together to enhance peoples' lives through our products and presence in the communities in which we operate.
To strengthen our Manufacturing Site in Samarte, Italy, we are looking for a committed
Process Engineer (m/f/d)
ABOUT THE ROLE
As a Process Engineer, you will drive the analysis, optimization, and continuous improvement of our manufacturing processes. You will manage plant CAPEX projects and work cross-functionally to enhance efficiency, quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES
- Analyze and monitor production processes, identify inefficiencies, and implement data-driven improvements
- Support preventive and extraordinary maintenance planning and ensure adequate spare parts availability
- Collaborate with HSE on supplier management, documentation, and compliance with safety regulations
- Participate in equipment, machinery, and process validation and support troubleshooting of production and quality issues
- Analyze technical and production KPIs, identify root causes, and drive corrective actions
- Contribute to maintaining and improving the Quality Management System, including procedures related to safety and environment
- Define technical, quality, and production specifications for new investments and manage CAPEX projects from budgeting to commissioning
YOUR QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s or Master degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Minimum 5 years of practical experience ideally in PVC compounding or the chemical industry
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, maintenance, and control systems
- Familiarity with PLCs and basic programming logic; knowledge of ISO 13485 is a plus
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on, shop-floor oriented mindset
- Proficiency in English (spoken and written) and ability to collaborate effectively across functions and levels
- Experience working with ERP/MES systems (preferably SAP) is an advantage
If you are excited about optimizing manufacturing processes in a safety-first, sustainability-focused environment and want to make a tangible impact on our operations, we look forward to receiving your application and inviting you to join our team, where you will benefit from an attractive compensation package with an annual base salary starting at €40K, participation in our Quarterly Incentive Plan (QIP), and daily meal vouchers.
INTERESTED?
We look forward to receiving your full application in English (CV, copies of your qualifications, salary expectations and your earliest possible start date) via our application management system by clicking the ‘Apply’ button.
ABOUT US
Westlake Global Compounds is a leading global provider of customized solutions for the compounding industry. With locations in the US, China, France, Germany, Italy, Mexico, Spain, Japan, and Vietnam, we serve six key industries: automotive, healthcare, construction, consumer goods, packaging, and additive solutions. We are passionate about exceeding our customers' needs through superior technology, product quality, and operational excellence.
Westlake is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any characteristics protected by applicable legislation.
If you are an active Westlake employee (or an employee of any Westlake affiliates), please do not apply here. You will apply via the Jobs Hub application in Workday.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master degree in Mechanical, Aeronautical, or Electrical/Electronic Engineering
- Minimum 5 years of practical experience ideally in PVC compounding or the chemical industry
- Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, maintenance, and control systems
- Familiarity with PLCs and basic programming logic
- Knowledge of ISO 13485
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a hands-on, shop-floor oriented mindset
- Proficiency in English (spoken and written)
- Experience working with ERP/MES systems (preferably SAP)
Westlake Chemical Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests the 401(k) with company matching is a strong element, and certain groups have noncontributory defined‑benefit pensions. This combination signals solid retirement support.
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Strong & Reliable Incentives — Feedback suggests incentive programs include quarterly or annual bonuses that supplement base pay. These recurring programs indicate reliable variable compensation opportunities.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, sick pay, and nine paid holidays are promoted alongside caregiver support programs. This breadth covers common time‑off needs.
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What We Do
Westlake Chemical (NYSE: WLK) is a quality manufacturer and dependable global supplier of petrochemicals, plastics and building products. Our mission is to serve our clients by enhancing daily life through the products and services we provide, which in turn make life better for people every day. Employing approximately 9,500 people, Westlake operates from 36 locations in North America, 11 in Europe and 6 in Asia.
