Process Engineer

Job Description

A Kentucky-based manufacturer is seeking a Process Engineer to improve throughput, quality, and cost across key production lines. This role is ideal for an engineer who enjoys data-driven problem solving and hands-on work on the shop floor.


Primary Duties

• Analyze existing manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to reduce scrap, downtime, and cycle time.
• Develop and optimize standard work, work instructions, and process parameters.
• Lead trials, capability studies, and DOE to validate process improvements.
• Support new product introductions, including process layout, equipment selection, and run-at-rate activities.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and operations on root-cause investigations and corrective actions.
• Track KPIs (OEE, yield, throughput) and report progress on continuous improvement projects.

Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years in a process, manufacturing, or industrial engineering role.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies.
• Comfortable using basic analytical tools and statistical methods.
• Strong CAD and/or layout skills are a plus.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work at all levels of the plant.

Example Benefits

• Salary commensurate with experience plus annual incentive plan.
• Medical, dental, vision, and FSA/HSA options.
• 401(k) with company contribution.

Flexible work schedule within core plant hours.


Career growth opportunities : senior engineer or engineering leadership roles.


Similar Titles


Manufacturing Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Production Engineer.


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