Process Control Engineer

Ambient Recruiting is partnered with a leading aerospace manufacturing organization in Whitehall, MI, to identify an experienced Process Control Leader.

This individual will oversee manufacturing process performance, lead a team of Process Owners, and ensure processes consistently meet aerospace quality and compliance standards. The role will focus on improving process control, reducing scrap and rework, increasing production efficiency, and implementing continuous improvement strategies across the facility.

Responsibilities:

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of Process Owners overseeing various manufacturing processes.
• Establish short-term and long-term goals for manufacturing processes, focusing on quality, compliance, cost reduction, and operational performance.
• Develop and monitor performance metrics and KPIs to measure productivity and quality.
• Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, rework, and process variability through data analysis and root cause problem-solving.
• Establish and maintain process control standards to ensure compliance with aerospace quality requirements, including AS9100 and NADCAP.
• Implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) and real-time process monitoring.
• Expand the use of data science and AI to improve manufacturing process control.
• Lead capital investment projects from initial concept through production implementation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost reduction, scrap reduction, and cycle time improvements.
• Support the implementation of advanced manufacturing methods and technologies.
• Develop business continuity plans for manufacturing equipment and process readiness.
• Collaborate with engineering and manufacturing teams across multiple locations to share best practices and improve quality and production output.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing experience.
• At least 1 year of leadership experience.
• Experience leading or managing engineering teams or manufacturing process owners.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, process control, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and make sound decisions in high-pressure environments.

Preferred Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Aerospace, or Industrial Engineering or a related technical field.
• Experience in aerospace manufacturing.
• Knowledge of investment casting or related manufacturing processes.
• Strong understanding of AS9100 and NADCAP requirements.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC), data analytics, and process improvement methodologies.