Amsted Industries

Senior Process Engineer

Amsted Industries • $123K — $157K *
Geneva, IL 60134In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
Less than 5 years of experience
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Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering
  • Strong knowledge of grinding processes and technologies
  • Proven project management abilities in a global manufacturing environment
  • Experience with automation in manufacturing and inspection processes
  • Ability to mentor and lead engineering teams effectively

Responsibilities

  • Manage projects for Cold Form & Finishing facilities focusing on grinding processes
  • Drive operational consistency across global piston pin manufacturing plants
  • Develop inspection standards and explore automation opportunities
  • Support process capability during product launches across various facilities
  • Share best practices related to process engineering and customer specifications
  • Oversee capital equipment purchases from initiation through installation
  • Conduct capacity and capability assessments of production equipment
  • Collaborate with plant management to meet customer needs and growth initiatives
  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives and mentor local engineering teams
  • Travel domestically and internationally to support operations

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) plan with company contributions
  • Paid time off (PTO)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
Full Job Description
Amsted Automotive, Burgess-Norton division is seeking an experienced Senior Process Engineer to support manufacturing and process engineering initiatives across our global operations. This role is responsible for driving process improvements, supporting new program launches, and working with cross-functional teams to ensure consistent, efficient manufacturing processes across multiple facilities.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Manage Manufacturing / Process Engineering projects for Cold Form & Finishing facilities and support global grinding processes for parts production (including manufacturing location decisions, manufacturing capability analysis and development).
  • Drive consistency of grinding operations across all piston pin manufacturing plants (in Geneva, IL, Monterrey, MX, Turin, IT) by developing grinding wheel standards, coolant formulas, and blade designs.
  • Build end-of-line inspection standards for global grinding operations by exploring opportunities to add automation along with improved training and standards for human inspectors.
  • Support the Program Management launch process for all facilities as it relates to process capability and capacity.
  • Direct involvement in the sharing of "best practices" for process engineering as it pertains to meeting customer specifications.
  • Manage capital purchases of new equipment from initiation through runoff and start-up with global manufacturing locations.
  • Provide continuous assessment of the current state of production equipment to provide capacity and capability assessment to management staff.
  • Work closely with plant management to drive execution of customer requirements and growth initiatives in their respective plants.
  • Manage continuous improvement projects with manufacturing facilities, providing support to local teams, and outsourcing as needed.
  • Mentor site engineering teams to ensure process consistency and effectiveness of company continuous improvement programs.
  • Domestic travel in Michigan and International travel to Mexico and Italy required up to 25% of the time.


Wage Range

  • $123,635 - $157,470 per year


Benefits

  • Medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, ESOP


About Amsted Industries

Amsted Industries is a diversified manufacturer of industrial components serving primarily the railroad, vehicular and construction markets. The company's products include bearings, brake systems, power transmission systems, and more. Amsted Industries was founded in 1902 and is headquartered in Chicago, Illinois.
Learn more about Amsted Industries
Size
12,000 employees
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Founded
1902
* Ladders Estimates

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