Process Engineer
Reynolds Consumer Products · Jacksonville, IL
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Process
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 6+ years
- Certification
- Black Belt preferred
- Industry
- Packaging
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level process role at Reynolds Consumer Products (packaging) in Jacksonville, IL. No unsolicited recruiter or agency inquiries, please.
- They ask for
- 6+ years · degree required · Black Belt preferred
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Black Belt, 5S, Value stream mapping, TPM
- Day to day
- relocation help
Read from the posting. The full description is below.
From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Process Engineer roles in Illinois: typical posted base $78k–$108k.
Median of the low and high ends of 16 live postings that list pay, out of 28 process engineer openings in Illinois, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Illinois plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 27 other live process postings in Illinois.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (6+ vs 5+)
Typical $78k–$108k, from 16 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Root cause 50%
- ✓ Lean 46%
- ✓ Six Sigma 36%
- SPC 29%
- ✓ DOE 25%
- Tooling 21%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
Stands out: this posting asks for Black Belt, TPM, SMED, Minitab, which few similar roles mention. If you have it, lead with it.
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
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This plant: Reynolds Consumer Products in Jacksonville
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Full description from Reynolds Consumer ProductsAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
The Process Engineer is responsible for loss analysis, loss intelligence, and loss elimination throughout the operation. This position will work to build capability and engagement, to support the business in achieving performance improvement goals (safety, quality, delivery, and cost). The Process Engineer employs a logical approach; is driven, accountable, and understands the value of bringing science and engineering to manufacturing. We embrace and accept individual experiences and backgrounds to achieve a diverse and inclusive workplace.
You Will Have the Opportunity to Make Great Things Happen!
- ◆Provide technical problem-solving skills and direction to drive continuous improvement and solve chronic process and equipment issues.
- ◆“Hands on” troubleshooting of the process and equipment.
- ◆Development of sound maintenance programs to ensure equipment reliability.
- ◆Ensure process stability/capability and drive process improvement through DOE, SOC, and standard work adherence.
- ◆Prioritize and implement improvement initiatives in productivity, safety, quality, and cost.
- ◆Support the lean manufacturing philosophy and use of lean tools such as quick changeover (SMED), SWIS, TPM, etc.
- ◆Provide leadership and direction to a technical group in the assigned area of focus for level process engineers, technicians, and maintenance personnel.
- ◆Support the technical manager with control of the technical/maintenance budget for the assigned area of focus, implementation of the capital plan for the assigned area of focus, creating growth and development plans for direct reports, recruiting and performance management.
- ◆Interact closely with the PET Group to assist in implementation and scale up of new processes.
- ◆Possess the following skills or demonstrated behaviors: analytical problem-solving skills, teamwork, communications, organization/prioritization, time management, initiative, innovation, and attention to detail.
Required
- ✓BA/BS degree in Engineering or a related technical field; or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience to successfully perform the essential functions of the position.
- ✓6+ years of applicable technical experience.
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Overview
Join Reynolds Consumer Products…and Drive Your Career across a world of opportunities!
We currently have an opportunity for a Process Engineer at our Manufacturing Facility in Jacksonville , IL . We have relocation assistance available!
You Will Love It Here If…
- •You listen, learn, and evolve
- •You thrive in a fast-paced environment
- •You put safety first, always
- •You are passionate about collaboration, teamwork, and achieving shared goals
- •You believe in treating all people with respect, operating ethically, and growing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace
- •You are committed to improving our impact on local communities and creating positive experiences
Preferred
- +Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
- +Previous project management certification and/or experience.
- +Working knowledge of Computer Aided Drafting.
- +Experience in a polyethylene bag-making environment.
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
- •Proficient in MS Office.
- •Root cause analysis, change management, and coaching others.
- •Demonstrated motivation and leadership skills.
- •Solid communication skills, both written and verbal.
- •Demonstrated application of standard concepts, practices, and procedures within a particular engineering field (Mechanical or Electrical Engineering preferred).
- •Proficiency in various computer software including MS Office applications, CAD, QAS, and MiniTab.
- •Must be team-oriented with the ability to work on high collaboration and performance teams.
- •A commitment to excellence and continuous improvement with experience in various continuous improvement processes and initiatives (i.e. 5S, Value Streams, Six Sigma, TPM).
- •Solid project management capabilities with the ability to organize and manage multiple projects simultaneously from origin through execution.
- •Willingness to work a flexible schedule during key business deadlines.
Competencies
- •Drives Results – Consistently delivers measurable business outcomes through disciplined execution and accountability.
- •Decision Quality – Makes timely, well-informed decisions using sound judgment, data, and engineering analysis.
- •Collaborates – Builds productive partnerships across functions to achieve shared operational objectives.
- •Develops Talent – Coaches and develops technical employees to strengthen organizational capability.
- •Optimizes Work Processes – Continuously improves manufacturing systems, workflows, and operational effectiveness.
- •Instills Trust – Demonstrates integrity, credibility, and accountability while building strong working relationships.
Want to know more? Check out our website or connect with us on LinkedIn! Apply today to join a fast-growing innovative company!
Usd $98,400.00 - usd $139,000.00 /a
Bonus Eligibility
Role is eligible for 10% annual incentive provided the business meets financial goals and the individual meets their performance goals, subject to plan administration guidelines.