Process Engineer - Appvion

Why This Role?

• Work on products people use every day, from shipping labels and packaging to event tickets, pharmacy printouts, and lottery cards
• See your ideas and improvements have a real impact on quality, efficiency, and safety
• Fast-paced manufacturing environment where innovation and problem-solving are valued
• Opportunities to grow into higher-responsibility roles and expand your skills
• Collaborative teams that support learning and professional development
• Competitive pay and benefits with recognition for your contributions

Your Impact

As a Manufacturing Process Engineer at our Appleton facility, you will play a key role in making sure the products we manufacture meet the highest quality standards. Your work will directly impact everyday items people rely on, from shipping labels and packaging to event tickets, pharmacy printouts, and lottery cards. You will help improve efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure that every roll, sheet, or label leaving the plant is consistent and reliable. By leading process improvements and troubleshooting manufacturing challenges, you will make a tangible difference in the safety, quality, and performance of our products.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Develop and implement new manufacturing processes and technologies that improve quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness
• Lead process improvement and capital projects from concept through implementation
• Analyze and troubleshoot complex manufacturing challenges using data-driven methods
• Participate in Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to enhance quality, safety, and productivity
• Support product launches and collaborate with R&D and operations to ensure consistent quality
• Work with cross-functional teams to optimize product design and process integration
• Train production staff on new processes, products, and equipment procedures

You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a science-related field
• +3 years of experience in process engineering or product development
• Proven ability to apply engineering principles to improve manufacturing processes and product quality
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively across teams
• Understanding of manufacturing systems, safety standards, and quality protocols
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Insight in cost analysis, project planning, and strategic execution

What We Can Offer You:

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance with options suited to different needs.
• Generous employer‑matched 401(k) retirement plan plus supplemental life and disability coverage.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs), Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) and wellness programs to support health and financial well‑being.
• Paid time off including holidays, vacation, volunteer time and supportive family/parental leave.
• Robust professional development and tuition‑reimbursement opportunities to support career growth.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), legal/identity support and other voluntary perks to support employees beyond core benefits.

Who We Are:

M2S Group is a leader in materials science and engineered coatings, bringing together four innovative companies: Nekoosa, Appvion, Decorative Films, and Iconex. Together, we deliver six specialized solutions across application tapes, carbonless paper, architectural window films, direct thermal products, extruded films, and specialty print media.

Our culture is guided by four core values: Safety First, Growth Focused, Be Authentic, and Win Together. These values shape how we collaborate, how we innovate, and how we make an impact every day.

Appvion
Appvion is the North American leader in specialty and high-performance coatings for items you see and use every day, like tickets at a concert, labels on packaged food, tags on new clothes, or packaging that keeps products safe during shipping. We focus on sustainable solutions that make everyday products work better. Recognized as an Employee Friendly Workplace, Appvion invests in our people, encouraging professional growth, collaboration, and innovation that connects and protects products worldwide.

The Fine Print

A post-offer background check and drug screen are required.

M2S Group provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at recruiter@m2sgroup.com.

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