Operations Engineer - Mary Kay : Job Details

Start Something Beautiful as a Processing Operations Engineer at Mary Kay! Looking for real-world impact in a dynamic, innovative environment? At Mary Kay, you'll lead projects that enhance safety, product quality, and efficiency, within our state-of-the-art manufacturing facility.

For 60 years, Mary Kay has been more than a beauty brandit's a global movement. With a presence in 35+ countries and over 4,000 employees, we are committed to innovation, quality, and giving back. We support:

• Cancer research
• Domestic violence prevention
• Educational programs

Our cutting-edge manufacturing facility in Lewisville, TX, produces skincare and cosmetics at scale, prioritizing exceptional quality, operational efficiency, and agility to meet evolving customer and consumer demands.

Perks: More Than a Job

• A competitive compensation
• Product discounts
• Free gym access
• Health clinic services
• Cafeteria on site
• Paid holidays & 401K eligibility
• Profit sharing

Your Role

As a Processing Operations Engineer, you'll drive process optimization, lead capital projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and troubleshoot equipment issues. Key responsibilities include:

Process Optimization & Efficiency Improvements

• Proactively identify and resolve inefficiencies in the batch manufacturing processes.
• Implement solutions to reduce downtime, improve throughput, and optimize kettle utilization.

Capital Projects & Equipment Upgrades

• Lead capital projects to upgrade equipment and automate processes, ensuring projects stay on track with budget and timeline.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements in safety, product quality, and cost efficiency.

Collaboration with Reliability on Equipment Downtime & RCAs

• Partner with the Reliability team to identify root causes of equipment downtime and develop potential solutions to minimize unplanned stoppages.
• Lead Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for equipment issues and drive actionable recommendations for improvement.

Project Leadership & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Lead projects involving process optimization, equipment upgrades, and efficiency improvements from concept through implementation.
• Work closely with Quality, R&D, and Operations teams to ensure improvements align with OSHA, GMP, and FDA regulations.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all improvements meet regulatory standards and contribute to a safe working environment.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of changes, improvements, and results to ensure transparency and compliance.

Who We're Looking For

Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical).

Experience: 3+ years in manufacturing, process engineering, or equipment reliability.

Skills & Abilities

• Creative problem solver with a focus on practical, real-world solutions.
• Familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma and continuous improvement.
• Strong communicator with the ability to clearly explain technical issues to all cross functional parties.
• Hands-on experience with equipment troubleshooting and process optimization.
• Knowledge of OSHA, GMP, and safety regulations in manufacturing.

Work Schedule

• Monday Friday, 8:00 AM 5:00 PM

Ready to lead impactful projects and help us drive operational excellence at Mary Kay?

Apply today and Start Something Beautiful!

To save time applying, Mary Kay Inc. does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this position at this time.