Manufacturing Process Engineering

Manufacturing Process Engineering Manager
The Manufacturing Process Engineering Manager leads key initiatives to optimize and continuously improve manufacturing processes to ensure efficient, cost-effective production that meets the highest standards of quality and safety. This role serves as the plant's primary technical liaison, driving process innovation, reducing defects, supporting customer requirements, and maintaining ISO certification. The position also involves leading and developing a team of engineers, collaborating cross-functionally, and implementing sustainable solutions that enhance operational performance.
Develop, design, and communicate manufacturing processes to ensure safe, cost-effective, and efficient production.
Monitor process performance and implement improvements to drive cost savings, efficiency gains, and quality enhancement.
Troubleshoot process and equipment issues; coordinate with maintenance, production, and support teams to implement sustainable solutions.
Coordinate installation, validation, and updates for new or modified processes.
Ensure process conditions are controlled and monitored according to specification for consistent product performance.
Evaluate training needs and deliver process-related training to production employees.
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience
Proven industrial operations experience (minimum 3 years)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Outlook, and SAP
Bachelors of Science in Engineering degree, (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing) is required; Minimum 6-10 years of total experience, with at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or leadership capacity within a manufacturing environment.
Minimum 3 years of experience in an industrial operations environment; experience in extrusion manufacturing or a related manufacturing environment strongly preferred
Deep knowledge of manufacturing processes (machining, assembly, automation) quality control systems, (SPC, ISO standards or audit-related function (preferred)
Strong proficiency in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt preferred), and continuous improvement techniques.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook, and SAP
Demonstrated effectiveness in critical communication with both internal teams and external customers to gain alignment and drive progress toward goals
Working knowledge of quality systems, statistical analysis methods, and process optimization tools
These competencies are designed to drive behavior that will ultimately help our associates excel at their current roles, while supporting individual and career development.

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Job Category Plant Process Engineering
Degree Level Bachelor's Degree
Job Schedule Full time
Locations 554 Moore Rd, Avon Lake, OH, 44012, US (On-site)
Relocation Eligible Yes
Pay Type Per Hour