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Insight Global
Process Engineer
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A Production Engineer combines knowledge of manufacturing technology and engineering sciences with management theory. Designs the production steps, defines and monitors resources needed, and evaluates efficiency of the overall process.
$103,534 / year median in New York
+5% projected growth
Job Description
Job Description Day-to-Day Responsibilities
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- Support daily production and manufacturing operations on the plant floor
- Troubleshoot equipment, process, and quality issues
- Work closely with production, maintenance, and quality teams to solve problems
- Monitor production performance and identify improvement opportunities
- Lead continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, and efficiency
- Support new equipment installations, launches, and process changes
- Analyze downtime and implement corrective actions to improve uptime
- Create and update process documentation and work instructions
- Train operators and maintenance teams on new equipment and processes
- Drive Lean Manufacturing initiatives and waste reduction efforts Typical Week 30-40% Production floor support & troubleshooting 20-30% Continuous improvement projects 15-20% New equipment/process implementation 10-15% Documentation, meetings, and data analysis 5-10% Vendor coordination and training What Success Looks Like
- Production lines run efficiently with minimal downtime
- Equipment issues are quickly identified and resolved
- Safety, quality, and production goals are consistently met
- Lean improvements result in measurable productivity gains
- New equipment and process launches are completed successfully We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day.
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https://insightglobal.com/workforce-privacy-policy/. Skills and Requirements- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 2+ years of manufacturing engineering, process engineering, machining, or assembly experience o Experience troubleshooting manufacturing equipment and processes o Understanding of mechanical systems, pneumatics, machine design, and engineering drawings o Knowledge of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement concepts
- Any AutoCAD knowledge/drafting knowledge
- 3+ years of experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Experience as a Process Engineer