Process Engineer - Customization

Job Description:

Come be

DISRUPTIVE

with us! At Milwaukee Tool, our most valued resource is our dedicated team of employees - employees who work with a passion to be the best and an unparalleled pride in their work and in the Milwaukee brand. We know that the only way to sustain growth and success is to value the growth and success of each person within the organization that's why we invest in an individual's growth and development from day one. All our teams touch every step of the process, that is why our Engineering teams are some of the key contributors to our continuous innovations. We create Best in Class products by leveraging advanced analysis tools, extensive testing regimes, state-of-the-art manufacturing processes and cross-functional agility. To learn more about the Milwaukee story and our company click HERE . We are seeking a detail-oriented and innovative Print Process Engineer to lead and optimize product customization processes across a range of printing technologies, including CMYK digital printing, DTF, pad printing, and related methods. This role is responsible for ensuring high-quality output, process efficiency, and seamless integration between design, production, and manufacturing teams.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop, implement, and optimize printing and customization processes across multiple technologies (digital inkjet, DTF, pad printing, etc.) Serve as the technical expert for print quality, color accuracy, adhesion, and durability across various substrates Collaborate with product development, design, and manufacturing teams to ensure print feasibility and scalability Calibrate and maintain printing equipment to achieve consistent color reproduction and registration Troubleshoot print defects (banding, misregistration, color variance, adhesion issues) and implement corrective actions Establish and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) for printing processes Evaluate and qualify new materials, inks, coatings, and equipment Support continuous improvement initiatives to increase yield, reduce waste, and improve throughput Support production teams with training and technical guidance Work with vendors and suppliers to source and validate new print technologies and consumables Support compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards

Required Qualifications:

3+ years of experience in print engineering, product decoration, or industrial customization processes Hands-on experience with CMYK color processes and color management systems Experience with digital inkjet and/or pad printing technologies Strong understanding of substrates (plastics, metals, textiles, etc.) and ink/material interactions Familiarity with color matching, ICC profiles, and spectrophotometry Problem-solving mindset with strong root cause analysis skills Ability to work cross-functionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with UV-curable inks, sublimation, or DTF Knowledge of automation and inline inspection systems Familiarity with CAD tools and manufacturing documentation Lean Manufacturing experience Experience scaling processes from prototyping to mass production

Key Skills:

Print process optimization Color science & color management Equipment calibration & maintenance Quality control & defect analysis Cross-functional collaboration Data analysis and process improvement Milwaukee Tool is an equal opportunity employer.