Process Engineer

Job Description

Job Description

Position Objective:

We are looking for a Process Engineer. The ideal candidate will enjoy developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, and consistent production of high-quality products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Process Development & Optimization:
• Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing processes, process flows, and standard work
• Analyze existing processes to identify opportunities for efficiency, yield, and cycle time improvements
• Establish and monitor process parameters, control plans, and operating windows
• Conduct time studies, capacity analysis, and process capability studies

• Production Support & Troubleshooting:
• Provide day-to-day technical support to production teams
• Troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve manufacturing challenges
• Support continuous production improvement initiatives

• Documentation & Systems:
• Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
• Maintain routings, process data, and documentation in ERP/MRP systems (Epicor or equivalent)
• Support engineering change orders (ECOs) and process updates

• Quality & Compliance:
• Work with Quality to ensure processes meet quality and regulatory requirements
• Support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities
• Assist with process validation and qualification activities
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and company standards

• Equipment & Tooling:
• Support the selection, setup, and optimization of manufacturing equipment and tooling
• Assist with equipment installation, commissioning, and process validation
• Work with Maintenance to improve equipment reliability and uptime

• Continuous Improvement:
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives (5S, Kaizen, waste reduction)
• Analyze process data and metrics to drive improvement projects
• Support cost reduction and productivity improvement initiatives

• Other Responsibilities:
• Support new product introductions and process transitions
• Provide training and technical guidance to production personnel
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe manufacturing environment

Qualifications / Education / Experience Required:

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience. Minimum 2–5 years of experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills required.

Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications.

Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Preferred Skills:

• CNC Programming
• CAD Experience
• Problem-solving
• Seasoned experience in packaging, or other manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with packaging materials, packaging machinery, and manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, and TPM.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and ERP/MES systems is an advantage.
• Experience with process validation and statistical analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills required.