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About the Role A prominent, high-volume manufacturing firm is looking for a Senior Process Engineer to spearhead impactful enhancements within their production facility. Rather than maintaining existing systems, you will be tasked with elevating a site that possesses strong capabilities and a talented team but requires a sharper focus on process discipline, reliability, and throughput. You will spend significant time on the production floor to gain a firsthand understanding of operations, pinpointing sources of waste and variation to execute lasting, sustainable improvements. This is an ideal position for a results-oriented engineer eager to see the tangible effects of their problem-solving efforts. Your Impact In this capacity, you will spearhead initiatives focused on optimizing processes and driving continuous improvement across a busy manufacturing landscape.

Your primary responsibilities include:

Evaluate current production workflows to uncover potential gains in reliability, throughput, scrap reduction, and quality. Drive continuous improvement projects to help elevate the overall performance of the manufacturing operation. Refine and standardize operating parameters to ensure consistent manufacturing output. Utilize direct observation and data analysis to pinpoint process inconsistencies and resolve production issues. Facilitate structured corrective action and root cause analysis efforts to improve long-term stability. Design solutions that bolster product quality while helping maintain high safety and productivity standards. Implement key performance indicators and robust process controls to track operational success. Collaborate with Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Production teams to resolve recurring technical challenges. Enhance equipment effectiveness and process repeatability to help maximize production capacity. Assess current tooling, workflows, and manufacturing methods to suggest impactful upgrades. Assist with capital projects, equipment modifications, and process change trials. Create and maintain comprehensive process specifications, standard work documents, and operating procedures. Track post-implementation metrics to ensure that process improvements remain effective over time. Foster a culture centered on data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement principles. Offer technical mentorship to junior staff and manufacturing personnel to build team expertise. Prioritize workplace safety by ensuring all process changes support a secure environment for all employees. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Materials, Industrial, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field. Extensive background in continuous improvement, manufacturing, or process engineering within a production setting. Comprehensive knowledge of process optimization, control, and general manufacturing principles. Proven track record of success in boosting reliability, throughput, and quality while minimizing scrap. Advanced proficiency in structured problem-solving and root cause analysis techniques. Familiarity with methodologies such as DMAIC, 5S, Kaizen, Six Sigma, or Lean Manufacturing is preferred. Ability to translate complex manufacturing data into actionable solutions for the plant floor. Excellent communication skills to facilitate effective collaboration with leadership, technicians, and operators. A hands-on approach that prioritizes floor-level engagement over office-based management. Background in process-intensive environments like heat treatment, finishing, forming, or high-volume discrete manufacturing is highly desirable. Why This Opportunity Stands Out This role is defined by the potential for genuine influence. While the company benefits from a solid product line and a seasoned workforce, there is a clear path to refine process control, minimize scrap, and standardize operations for better performance. You will not be limited to overseeing existing systems; instead, you will play a key role in developing a more efficient future. If you are a proactive engineer who thrives on identifying and permanently resolving persistent manufacturing issues through direct floor engagement, this position offers a unique chance to excel.