Manufacturing process engineer

job summary:
Our premier client is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer who thrives at the intersection of hands-on engineering and advanced data analytics. This hybrid role perfectly bridges the gap between the shop floor and digital systems, tasking you with leveraging automated line data via Excel and Power BI to systematically eliminate downtime. In this position, you will collaborate directly with machinery manufacturers (OEMs) on technical upgrades and design clever, low-cost engineering solutions that can be standardized and scaled across factories. To be successful, you should bring 3-5+ years of experience in a high-volume, automated manufacturing environment, backed by a sharp, analytical problem-solving mindset and excellent communication skills.

• Lead root-cause analysis to identify and fix planned and unplanned equipment downtime.

• Collaborate with machine manufacturers (OEMs) and write User Requirement Specifications (URS) for equipment upgrades.

• Design and implement low-cost, localized engineering solutions to improve line reliability.

• Build data models and interactive dashboards (Excel/Power BI) to track factory KPIs and performance.

• Conduct cost-benefit analyses (CBAs) to justify process improvements and track financial impacts.

• Create Knowledge Transfer Packages (KTPs) to help other factories replicate your technical solutions.

• Maintain manufacturing process standards and train site teams on digital and information management (IM) tools

• 3-5+ years in high-volume manufacturing

• bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Operations Management, or equivalent work experience

• Must have strong analytical and problem-solving skills are essential for identifying process issues and developing effective solutions. Excel required, Power BI a strong plus

• ability to travel frequently and move throughout the manufacturing plant.

• Experience level: Experienced
• Minimum 3 years of experience
• Education: Bachelors

• Manufacturing
• Data Analysis
  
  
  Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
  At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io.
  
  
  Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
  
  
  This posting is open for thirty (30) days.