Senior Process Engineer

At Tarkett, we are a global leader in innovative flooring and sports surface solutions, serving customers in more than 100 countries. Our success is driven by a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. We empower our employees to challenge the status quo, develop sustainable solutions, and make a meaningful impact on our business and customers.
We are seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join our Florence, Alabama manufacturing team. Reporting directly to the Engineering Manager, this role will serve as a key technical leader responsible for developing, optimizing, and implementing manufacturing processes that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. The Senior Process Engineer will play a critical role in supporting capital projects, process innovation, operational excellence initiatives, and the successful industrialization of new products and technologies.
Position Summary
The Senior Process Engineer is responsible for driving process improvements and leading engineering initiatives from concept through implementation. This individual will collaborate cross-functionally with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, EHS, Product Development, and Supply Chain teams to ensure manufacturing processes are safe, efficient, scalable, and capable of consistently meeting customer expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong technical expertise in manufacturing process engineering, hands-on project leadership experience, and a passion for continuous improvement. Experience within extrusion, lamination, polymers, plastics, sheet, or film manufacturing environments is highly preferred.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Process Engineering & Continuous Improvement
Lead the design, development, optimization, and standardization of manufacturing processes to improve operational performance.
Analyze production data and identify opportunities to increase throughput, improve quality, reduce waste, and enhance process reliability.
Conduct root cause analyses and implement sustainable corrective actions for process-related challenges.
Develop process controls, standard operating procedures, and best practices that drive consistency and operational excellence.
Utilize Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) methodologies to improve process capability and reduce variability.
Capital Projects & Industrialization
Lead capital and process improvement projects from initial concept through commissioning and startup.
Develop project scopes, technical specifications, equipment requirements, budgets, and implementation plans.
Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure successful project execution.
Support installation, validation, and startup activities for new equipment and manufacturing systems.
Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in alignment with business objectives.
Manufacturing & Technical Leadership
Serve as a technical expert and resource for operations teams, providing hands-on support in daily manufacturing activities.
Evaluate current manufacturing processes and identify innovative technologies and solutions to improve performance.
Mentor junior engineers and support technical skill development across the organization.
Lead and participate in cross-functional problem-solving teams focused on improving safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Safety, Quality & Compliance
Partner closely with Environmental, Health & Safety (EHS) teams to ensure all equipment, processes, and project activities meet regulatory and company safety standards.
Champion a culture of safety by proactively identifying risks and implementing preventative measures.
Ensure quality requirements are incorporated into process design and manufacturing execution.
Support continuous compliance with internal standards, customer requirements, and applicable regulations.
Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
7+ years of process engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
7+ years of experience leading engineering or capital projects involving equipment installation and process implementation.
Experience driving process improvements using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, World Class Manufacturing (WCM), or similar methodologies.
Demonstrated success managing multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
Strong technical problem-solving and analytical skills.
Strong understanding of manufacturing process design and optimization.
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all organizational levels.
Results-oriented mindset with a strong focus on continuous improvement.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project, AutoCAD, and standard engineering software tools.
Self-motivated, innovative, and capable of working independently in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Ability to spend significant time in a production environment supporting operations and project execution.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with extrusion, lamination, coating, converting, or related manufacturing processes.
Experience in polymer, plastics, sheet, or film manufacturing environments.
Project Management experience involving significant capital investments.
Six Sigma Green Belt, Black Belt, PMP, or equivalent certification.
Experience with manufacturing automation and process control systems.
Why Join Tarkett?
Opportunity to play a key role in major manufacturing expansion and capital investment initiatives.
Collaborate with a talented team focused on innovation and operational excellence.
Exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing technologies and processes.
Career growth opportunities within a global organization.
Join us and help shape the future of manufacturing excellence at Tarkett.
What We Offer
A commitment that Safety is #1
Competitive benefits including:
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) with company match
Paid time off and paid holidays
Life and disability insurance
Career growth, stability, and flexible work arrangements.
Responsible Manufacturing – Protecting Our Planet for the Future
We utilize renewable energy and a closed loop recycled water process.
We are committed to reducing greenhouse emissions and water consumption.
We are the only flooring company recognized by the Asthma and Allergy foundation.
Who we are:
With a history of more than 140 years, Tarkett is a worldwide leader in innovative and sustainable flooring and sport surface solutions, generating turnover of €3.3 billion in 2025. The Group has close to 12,000 employees, 25 R&D centers, 8 recycling centers and 33 production sites. Tarkett creates and manufactures solutions for hospitals, schools, housing, hotels, offices, stores and sports fields, serving customers in over 100 countries. To build “The Way to Better Floors,” the Group is committed to circular economy and sustainability, in line with its Tarkett Human‐Conscious Design® approach.
www.tarkett-group.com
Tarkett is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity in backgrounds and in experiences and promote an inclusive workplace where all employees can perform at their best.