Process Engineer Job

Primary location: Hilliard, Ohio
Relocation offered: No
Employment status: Full-Time
Travel: <10%
Non-compete: No


The estimated base salary range for this role is $80,000 to $100,000 per year.
Individual pay is based upon location, skills and expertise, experience and other relevant factors (salary may be adjusted based on geographic location)

What's in it for you

• Opportunity to lead impactful process improvement initiatives in a manufacturing environment
• Hands-on role where you can own projects from idea through execution
• Exposure to new product development (NPD) and plant innovation
• Ability to work cross-functionally with operations, technical teams, and leadership
• Opportunity to apply and expand knowledge in:
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma
• Statistical process control
• High visibility role with the ability to drive measurable plant performance improvements
• Strong opportunity to develop technical leadership skills

What You'll Do

• Identify and lead manufacturing process improvement projects
• Analyze production issues using data and on-the-floor observations
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions
• Ensure products meet technical specifications and quality standards
• Plan and execute factory tests and experiments
• Evaluate results, write reports, and drive follow-up actions
• Serve as a project leader for initiatives such as:
• Cost reduction
• New product development
• Energy optimization
• Process improvements
• Act as a technical leader within a production area
• Drive adoption of scientific and engineering principles across the plant
• Lead cross-functional teams to achieve improvement goals
• Partner with operators and team leads on hands-on troubleshooting
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, DOE, and SPC tools to improve performance

What will make you successful

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to use data to drive decisions and improvements
• Hands-on approach to troubleshooting and process optimization
• Strong project management and execution skills
• Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams
• Effective communication skills (technical and non-technical)
• Ability to multi-task and manage competing priorities
• Detail-oriented with strong accuracy and critical thinking
• Self-starter who takes initiative and ownership

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in:
• Engineering (Chemical or Mechanical preferred)
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Ability to:
• Multi-task
• Work independently
• Manage multiple responsibilities

What will make you stand out

• 3+ years of process engineering experience in manufacturing
• Experience with:
• Minitab
• Microsoft Access
• Background in:
• Lean Manufacturing
• Six Sigma methodologies
• Six Sigma Green Belt (or higher) certification
• Experience with:
• Design of Experiments (DOE)
• Statistical Process Control (SPC)
• Proven ability to:
• Lead process improvements
• Drive cost savings and efficiency gains
• Strong ability to translate technical concepts into practical solutions

Why should you join Armstrong World Industries?

Armstrong World Industries (AWI) is an Americas leader in the design and manufacture of innovative interior and exterior architectural applications including ceilings, specialty walls and exterior metal solutions. With approximately $1.4 billion in revenue, AWI has about 3,700 employees and a manufacturing network of 21 facilities in North America.

At home, at work, in healthcare facilities, classrooms, stores, or restaurants, we offer interior solutions that help to enhance comfort, save time, improve building efficiency and overall performance, and create beautiful spaces.

For more than 160 years, we have built our business on trust and integrity. It set us apart then, and it sets us apart now, along with our ability to collaborate with and innovate for the people we're here to serve - our customers, our shareholders, our communities and our employees.

We are committed to developing new and sustainable architectural solutions, with design and performance possibilities that make a positive difference in spaces where we live, work, learn, heal and play. It's an exciting, rewarding business to be in, and we're committed to continue to grow and prosper for the benefit of all of our stakeholders. We hope you join us.

Our Sustainability Ambition

"Bringing our Purpose to Life" - lead a transformation in the design and building of spaces fit for today and tomorrow.
We are committed to:

• Engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce ;
• Transforming buildings from structures that shelter into structures that serve and preserve the health and well-being of people and planet ;
• Pursuing sustainable, innovative solutions for spaces where we live, work, learn heal and play;
• Being a catalyst for change with all of our stakeholders; and
• Making a positive difference in the environments and communities we impact .

Armstrong is committed to engaging a diverse, purpose-driven workforce. As part of our dedication to diversity, AWI is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard for race, sex, color, national origin, ethnicity, gender, protected veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or religion. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at by email at AWI talent acquisition and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

Come and build your future with us and apply today!