Process Engineer

Hunter Douglas

$97K — $131K *
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline) or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of Process Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; 5+ years preferred.
  • Experience leading continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or operational excellence initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data and solve complex problems.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders in a manufacturing setting.
  • Strong project management skills to manage multiple priorities.
  • Knowledge of PFMEA, process validation, quality systems, and manufacturing best practices.

Responsibilities

  • Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity across manufacturing operations.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain standard work procedures and process documentation.
  • Conduct process analysis and root cause investigations to identify improvement opportunities.
  • Lead and support cross-functional teams to achieve process performance targets.
  • Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and ensure timely implementation of process changes.
  • Support new product launches, including capacity validation and operational performance requirements.
  • Analyze manufacturing data and KPIs to optimize resource utilization.

Benefits

  • Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability.
  • Company culture prioritizing internal development and professional growth.
  • Time off with pay.
  • 401(k) plan with employer matching.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Wellness programs and product discounts.
Full Job Description
Position Overview

As a Process Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing processes that support operational excellence and business growth. This position is responsible for optimizing production processes, leading continuous improvement initiatives, supporting new product launches, and ensuring manufacturing standards are consistently achieved. Your work will directly impact key business objectives by improving productivity, reducing waste, enhancing quality, and ensuring production capacity meets customer delivery requirements.

What you'll do
  • Lead process improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and productivity across manufacturing operations.
  • Develop, implement, and maintain standard work procedures, process documentation, and cycle times for production processes.
  • Conduct process analysis, Gemba walks, and root cause investigations to identify opportunities and implement corrective actions.
  • Lead and support cross-functional teams in achieving process performance targets and continuous improvement goals.
  • Develop and maintain PFMEAs to identify process risks and drive defect prevention activities.
  • Manage Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), ensuring timely and effective implementation of process changes.
  • Support new product and process launches, including capacity validation, process readiness, and operational performance requirements.
  • Analyze manufacturing data and KPI metrics to improve throughput, reduce scrap and rework, and optimize resource utilization.
  • All other duties as assigned

Who you are
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related discipline) or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum of 3 years of Process Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; 5+ years preferred.
  • Experience leading continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or operational excellence initiatives.
  • Demonstrated ability to analyze data, solve complex problems, and implement effective process improvements.
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and influencing stakeholders in a manufacturing setting.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
  • Knowledge of PFMEA, process validation, quality systems, and manufacturing best practices.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively at all organizational levels.
  • Self-motivated, results-oriented, and highly organized with strong attention to detail.
  • Ability to travel up to 20% and perform work in both office and manufacturing environments, including standing, walking, and occasional lifting with assistance.

What's in it for you?
  • Annual base salary range: $97,000- $131,000
  • Bonus target range: 20-30%
  • Generous benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, disability
  • A company culture that prioritizes internal development and professional growth
  • Time off with pay
  • 401(k) plan with a degree of employer matching
  • Paid parental leave
  • Wellness programs and product discounts

Please note, all offers presented to candidates are carefully crafted to ensure market competitiveness, equity, and reflect the individual candidate's education, experience, skills and potential.
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