Manufacturing Process Engineer - Non-Woven

Job Description

Job Description

Manufacturing Process Engineer – Non-Woven (TSE)

Danville, VA

Reports to Department Manager www.bgf.com

About BGF Industries

BGF Industries is a leading U.S. manufacturer of innovative technical fiber materials used worldwide in aerospace, marine, automotive, filtration, insulation, electrical, and protective markets. Since 1941, BGF has built a reputation for engineering excellence, product integrity, and continuous innovation.

Headquartered in Danville, Virginia, with multiple manufacturing facilities across Virginia and South Carolina, BGF delivers advanced fiber-based solutions that meet demanding performance standards for strength, heat resistance, and durability.

Our mission is simple but powerful :

“Deliver excellence in every product, every process, every time.”

Position Overview

The Process Engineer’s role is critical to ensuring that BGF’s nonwoven manufacturing operations run safely, reliably, and efficiently, delivering consistent product quality while fostering continuous improvement. This individual will provide technical expertise in process development and troubleshooting, work cross-functionally with R&D, quality, production, and customers, and help drive innovation in nonwoven mat technologies and manufacturing methods.

• Collaborate with internal teams (R&D, Quality, Sales / Marketing, Operations) and customers to define, refine, and document product and process specifications.
• Support business and technical strategy by evaluating emerging nonwoven, fiber, adhesive, film, and bonding technologies and recommending adoption or trials.
• Represent BGF at industry conferences, technical symposiums, and trade fairs; maintain networks with suppliers, academic institutions, and technology providers.
• Provide direct technical support to customer sites as needed, assisting in performance troubleshooting or process optimization.
• Monitor and evaluate new materials (fibers, binder systems, films, additives) and associated equipment / technologies ; coordinate vendor interactions for trials or supply.
• Recommend and implement process improvements (throughput, waste, cost, quality control) via modifications, controls, or process redesigns.
• Work hands-on with production operators to diagnose and resolve processing issues (web break, fiber migration, defects, tension control, bonding issues).
• Collaborate with Quality and Customer Service to investigate, root-cause, and respond to customer claims or quality incidents.
• Design, execute, and analyze experiments (Design of Experiments / DOE) and statistical analyses to optimize process parameters.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee plant trials; collect, validate, and interpret experimental data.
• Analyze results, draw actionable conclusions, and present findings (written reports, trend charts, visualizations, oral presentations).
• Assist in the selection, specification, procurement, and implementation of new or upgraded process equipment and instrumentation.
• Ensure safe working practices, adherence to EHS standards, and continuous safety improvement in assigned areas.
• Perform supporting tasks as assigned by management, including :

a. Create or maintain cost capture / throughput models and item setups in production systems.

b. Develop and document new process setups, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and transfer-to-production documentation.

c. Provide technical feedback or guidance to customers as applicable.

Qualifications & Experience

Education

Experience

Skills & Competencies

Other Requirements / Certifications

Working Conditions & Physical Demands

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) / Metrics of Success

Organizational Relationships

Why Join BGF?

Why Join BGF Industries?

This position requires access to information or technology that is subject to U.S. export control laws, including the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and / or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). Pursuant to these regulations, only U.S. Persons (U.S. Citizens or Lawful Permanent Residents / Green Card holders) are eligible for this role. Proof of U.S. Person status will be required prior to employment.

1st Shift (8 : 00 AM - 5 : 00 PM )