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$150,000.00/hr - $190,000.00/hr Job Title: Director of Process Engineering
Location: Cleveland, OH
Business Unit: Team Wendy
Purpose of Position
We are seeking a seasoned leader with deep expertise in developing and commissioning complex manufacturing processes and automation systems. This role will lead a growing team of engineers and technicians to deliver world-class production capabilities for our helmet manufacturing business. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in PLC development and a forward-looking vision for digital manufacturing platforms. Reporting to the VP of Operations, this role will oversee global process development for both existing and new helmet programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead process development from NPI through full-scale manufacturing for Military and Commercial head protection products. Act as the primary liaison between product development and manufacturing for new or revised process implementation. Establish process standards, analyze efficiencies, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical support. Support TPM system development to improve operational capacity and OEE. Manage internal technology transfers between manufacturing sites to meet capacity needs. Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing to implement digital platforms for operator instructions, productivity tracking, traceability, and efficiency reporting. Partner with IT to deploy and manage a world-class MES system across production locations. Provide leadership and development for a team of manufacturing and process engineers and technicians across multiple sites. Build and maintain relationships with equipment and tooling suppliers; lead technical evaluations and decision-making. Support supplier qualification audits as a technical expert. Ensure compliance with internal processes, ISO standards, and external customer requirements (e.g., DoD). Champion continuous improvement and Kaizen strategies across sites. Own change controls and deviations related to process equipment and suppliers; lead investigations and governance escalations. Author and review procedures and training materials as needed. Collaborate with senior leadership to develop strategies that support business objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in a scientific or engineering discipline. 10+ years (B.S./M.S.) or 8+ years (Ph.D.) in medium to high-volume manufacturing environments, with experience in process engineering, validation, and tech transfer. Proven track record in scaling manufacturing processes from development to commercialization. Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems; familiarity with DoD/DCMA guidance preferred. Experience leading process oversight in multi-site environments, including raw material qualification, process monitoring, and regulatory compliance. Strong project management skills, including budgeting, metric tracking, and reporting. Excellent organizational and cross-functional collaboration skills. Strong technical writing and documentation capabilities. Willingness to travel up to 50%, domestically and internationally.
About Avon Technologies:
We design and produce life-critical personal protection solutions for the world’s militaries and first responders. With a portfolio that includes Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (“CBRN”), protection. We do this through our two brands, Avon Technologies and Team Wendy. Our mission is to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us, giving them the confidence to tackle challenging situations and helping them get home safe. At Avon Protection, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values - fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
Flexible Schedule Generous paid time off Competitive Compensation Package Learning and Development Opportunities Bonus Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan 401k Matching Tuition Reimbursement Program Mentorship Program Supplemental plans Company-paid life and AD&D Medical/Dental/Vision
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserved the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.
Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.
U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.
To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within Avon that may present access to export controlled technical data, Avon must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).
The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at Avon's sole election.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.e. H1B status).
The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Cleveland, OH is $150,000 to $190,000 Annually. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc.
EOE, Including Vet/Disability Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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Director of Process Engineering
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Avon Technologies plc 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Join to apply for the
Director of Process Engineering
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Avon Technologies plc Avon Technologies plc provided pay range
This range is provided by Avon Technologies plc. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more. Base pay range
$150,000.00/hr - $190,000.00/hr Job Title: Director of Process Engineering
Location: Cleveland, OH
Business Unit: Team Wendy
Purpose of Position
We are seeking a seasoned leader with deep expertise in developing and commissioning complex manufacturing processes and automation systems. This role will lead a growing team of engineers and technicians to deliver world-class production capabilities for our helmet manufacturing business. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in PLC development and a forward-looking vision for digital manufacturing platforms. Reporting to the VP of Operations, this role will oversee global process development for both existing and new helmet programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead process development from NPI through full-scale manufacturing for Military and Commercial head protection products. Act as the primary liaison between product development and manufacturing for new or revised process implementation. Establish process standards, analyze efficiencies, troubleshoot issues, and provide technical support. Support TPM system development to improve operational capacity and OEE. Manage internal technology transfers between manufacturing sites to meet capacity needs. Collaborate with Quality and Manufacturing to implement digital platforms for operator instructions, productivity tracking, traceability, and efficiency reporting. Partner with IT to deploy and manage a world-class MES system across production locations. Provide leadership and development for a team of manufacturing and process engineers and technicians across multiple sites. Build and maintain relationships with equipment and tooling suppliers; lead technical evaluations and decision-making. Support supplier qualification audits as a technical expert. Ensure compliance with internal processes, ISO standards, and external customer requirements (e.g., DoD). Champion continuous improvement and Kaizen strategies across sites. Own change controls and deviations related to process equipment and suppliers; lead investigations and governance escalations. Author and review procedures and training materials as needed. Collaborate with senior leadership to develop strategies that support business objectives.
Minimum Qualifications
B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in a scientific or engineering discipline. 10+ years (B.S./M.S.) or 8+ years (Ph.D.) in medium to high-volume manufacturing environments, with experience in process engineering, validation, and tech transfer. Proven track record in scaling manufacturing processes from development to commercialization. Strong knowledge of Quality Management Systems; familiarity with DoD/DCMA guidance preferred. Experience leading process oversight in multi-site environments, including raw material qualification, process monitoring, and regulatory compliance. Strong project management skills, including budgeting, metric tracking, and reporting. Excellent organizational and cross-functional collaboration skills. Strong technical writing and documentation capabilities. Willingness to travel up to 50%, domestically and internationally.
About Avon Technologies:
We design and produce life-critical personal protection solutions for the world’s militaries and first responders. With a portfolio that includes Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear (“CBRN”), protection. We do this through our two brands, Avon Technologies and Team Wendy. Our mission is to provide unparalleled protection for those who protect us, giving them the confidence to tackle challenging situations and helping them get home safe. At Avon Protection, we recognize that our success relies on the collective efforts of our talented team. As an organization, we welcome individuals who embody our #FIERCE company values - fearlessness, integrity, excellence, resilience, collaboration, and the ability to execute.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes the following:
Flexible Schedule Generous paid time off Competitive Compensation Package Learning and Development Opportunities Bonus Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan 401k Matching Tuition Reimbursement Program Mentorship Program Supplemental plans Company-paid life and AD&D Medical/Dental/Vision
This job description is not intended, and should not be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions associated with this job. While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserved the right to modify, add or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary.
Responsibilities of this position may include direct and/or indirect physical or logical access to information, systems, technologies subjected to the regulations/compliance with U.S. Export Control Laws.
U.S. Export Control laws and U.S. Government Department of Defense contracts and sub-contracts impose certain restrictions on companies and their ability to share export-controlled and other technology and services with certain "non-U.S. persons" (persons who are not U.S. citizens or nationals, lawful permanent residents of the U.S., refugees, "Temporary Residents" (granted Amnesty or Special Agricultural Worker provisions), or persons granted asylum (but excluding persons in nonimmigrant status such as H-1B, L-1, F-1, etc.) or non-U.S. citizens.
To comply with these laws, and in conjunction with the review of candidates for those positions within Avon that may present access to export controlled technical data, Avon must assess employees' U.S. person status, as well as citizenship(s).
The questions asked in this application are intended to assess this and will be used for evaluation purposes only. Failure to provide the necessary information in this regard will result in our inability to consider you further for this particular position. The decision whether or not to file or pursue an export license application is at Avon's sole election.
Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without a sponsorship for employment visa status (e.e. H1B status).
The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in Cleveland, OH is $150,000 to $190,000 Annually. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and years of experience within the job, type and years of experience within the industry, education, etc.
EOE, Including Vet/Disability Seniority level
Seniority level Director Employment type
Employment type Full-time Job function
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