Process / Tooling Engineer - 1st Shift (Automotive Manufacturing)

Job Description

Job Description

The Process/Tooling Engineer supports new program launches and ongoing production by developing, troubleshooting, and optimizing manufacturing processes and tooling, partnering with Production, Quality, and Maintenance to improve process capability, reduce scrap, and support tooling maintenance and repair programs.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

● Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes (e.g., injection molding, stamping, assembly) for new and existing programs

● Support tooling design reviews, tryouts, and launch activities for new dies/molds and process equipment

● Troubleshoot process and tooling issues on the production floor to reduce downtime, scrap, and quality escapes

● Partner with Maintenance/Tool Room on preventive maintenance schedules and tooling repair prioritization

● Develop and maintain process control documents (process sheets, work instructions, control plans, PFMEA)

● Conduct capability studies (Cpk/Ppk) and support APQP/PPAP activities for new program launches

● Lead or support continuous improvement projects (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to improve safety, quality, and productivity

● Coordinate with Purchasing and suppliers on tooling procurement, engineering changes, and vendor tooling issues

● Provide technical training and support to production and maintenance teams on new processes/tooling

● Support cost estimates and timelines for tooling repairs, engineering changes, and process improvements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

● Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, or manufacturing engineering preferred, or equivalent hands-on process/tooling experience

● 3+ years of process and/or tooling engineering experience in automotive manufacturing (injection molding, stamping, or assembly)

● Working knowledge of PFMEA, control plans, APQP/PPAP, and IATF 16949 quality systems

● Experience with CAD/tooling drawings, GD&T, and root-cause problem-solving methodologies (8D, 5-Why)

● Strong analytical and hands-on troubleshooting skills; comfortable working on the production floor

● Proficiency with MS Office; ERP/MES system experience a plus

WHAT SETS THIS ROLE APART

● Direct involvement in new program launches from tooling design through production ramp-up

● Cross-functional exposure to Maintenance, Quality, Production, and Purchasing

● Career growth path toward Senior/Lead Process Engineer or Manufacturing Engineering Manager roles

COMPENSATION & DETAILS

● Compensation: Competitive, commensurate with experience (details available upon inquiry).

● Classification: Exempt.

● Location: Confidential — disclosed to qualified candidates upon initial screening.

● Employment Type: Full-Time.

● Reports To: Manufacturing Engineering Manager.

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OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW
VanSpeag Group LLC (VSG) is conducting a confidential search on behalf of n independent, medium-sized supplier in this market. This is a critical leadership role responsible for building and sustaining a high-performance quality culture across a fast-paced, precision-driven manufacturing environment.
Due to the confidential nature of this search, the client name will be disclosed only to qualified candidates who advance in the selection process.

Company Description

OPPORTUNITY OVERVIEW\r\nVanSpeag Group LLC (VSG) is conducting a confidential search on behalf of n independent, medium-sized supplier in this market. This is a critical leadership role responsible for building and sustaining a high-performance quality culture across a fast-paced, precision-driven manufacturing environment.\r\nDue to the confidential nature of this search, the client name will be disclosed only to qualified candidates who advance in the selection process.