Process Engineering Senior

Senior Process EngineerThe Senior Process Engineer plays a critical role in driving operational excellence and supporting the company's lean transformation journey. This position is responsible for analyzing, improving, and standardizing manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, delivery, and cost (SQDC). The role will focus heavily on continuous improvement, waste elimination, and digitalization initiatives, including the development and implementation of standardized work instructions (WI).ResponsibilitiesKey ResponsibilitiesLead and support Lean initiatives including Kaizen events, value stream mapping (VSM), 5S, and standard work developmentIdentify and eliminate waste across processes (overproduction, waiting, non-conforming material, non value added motion, WIP inventory, etc.)Facilitate and be responsible for root cause analysis using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone, and A3 methodologyUtilize Statistical Process Control (SPC), Cp/Cpk analysis, and other data-driven tools, data analytics to monitor and improve process performance.Analyze current manufacturing processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency, throughput, and qualityEstablish and maintain accurate labor standards and time studies to support capacity planning, costing, and continuous improvement initiativesEstablish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) aligned with business objectivesChampion a culture of continuous improvement and problem-solving at all levels of the organization to improve throughput and on-time deliver (OTD)Develop and maintain process flow diagrams and standard operating procedures (SOPs) and WI's (Work Instructions)Design and improve area and station layouts to optimize material flow and reduce lead timeCollaborate with operations and IT teams to implement digital manufacturing tools (INFOR MES, digital WI platforms, etc.)Ensure work instructions are clear, standardized, and accessible at point-of-useEnsure processes meet quality standards and regulatory requirementsSupport corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) and continuous quality improvement initiativesPartner with Quality and Engineering teams to reduce defects and improve first-pass yieldAct as a change agent to drive cultural and operational transformationQualificationsMinimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field) or equivalent experience.7+ years of experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role.SME knowledge of Lean methodology, preferably with Six Sigma certification.Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving techniques.Familiarity with process mapping, statistical process control (SPC, Cp-CpK, etc), and continuous improvement principles.Experience with CAD software and process simulation toolsPreferred QualificationsExperience in a previous Transformer company manufacturing environment.Knowledge of automation and control systems.Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher)Join ERMCO and TRANSFORM your career.Job LocationsUS-AZ-Waddell