Process Engineer

Job Title: Process Engineer

Job Description

The Process Engineer supports machining operations by driving process efficiency, improving CNC lathe performance, and ensuring consistent, high-quality output. This role provides hands-on technical support on the production floor, bridges engineering and machining functions, and leads continuous improvement initiatives across equipment, tooling, and standard work.

Responsibilities

• Support operations and manufacturing leadership to ensure efficient and reliable machining processes throughout the shop.
• Provide hands-on technical support for twin-spindle and Swiss-style CNC lathe operations, with a focus on optimizing performance and resolving issues quickly.
• Troubleshoot Fanuc CNC controls, including part programs, tooling, offsets, and multi-spindle logic, performing hand programming when needed.
• Monitor setup activities and lead efforts to reduce setup times by identifying excessive durations, process variability, and opportunities for standardization.
• Lead and support 5S implementation and sustainment, including tool organization, kitting standards, workplace organization, and regular workplace audits.
• Design, machine, or modify tooling and fixtures to improve repeatability, safety, and overall process capability.
• Support the development, refinement, and documentation of standard operating procedures (SOPs) to capture best practices and maximize machining efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with operators, engineering, quality, and production teams to improve machine processes, standardize setups and tooling, and ensure smooth workflow.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve the quality of final products.
• Ensure that work flows efficiently through all required processes to consistently yield high-quality finished parts.

Essential Skills

• At least 5 years of CNC machining experience, including hand programming of CNC lathes.
• Strong experience working with Fanuc CNC controls, including troubleshooting and optimization.
• Hands-on experience with twin-spindle lathe operations.
• Process engineering experience in a machining environment, ideally as a Lead Machinist with advanced setup responsibilities.
• Proficiency in process improvement and continuous improvement within a manufacturing setting.
• Solid understanding of tooling, fixtures, and their impact on repeatability, safety, and process capability.
• Experience implementing and sustaining 5S methodology in a production environment.
• Ability to bridge engineering, machining, quality, and lean initiatives to support operators and improve machine processes.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Swiss-style CNC lathe operations is preferred.
• Familiarity with twin-spindle and Swiss-style CNC lathes from leading manufacturers is beneficial.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering or process engineering within a machine shop environment.
• Demonstrated ability to standardize setups and tooling to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to troubleshooting equipment and process issues.
• Ability to develop, update, and maintain clear and effective standard operating procedures.
• Interest in and commitment to lean manufacturing and continuous improvement practices.

Work Environment

This role is based in a machine shop and production environment, with approximately 80% of the time spent on the shop floor and 20% in an office setting. You will work closely with machinists, operators, and engineering staff around CNC equipment, including twin-spindle and Swiss-style lathes with Fanuc controls. The environment emphasizes safety, organization, and 5S principles, with a strong focus on teamwork and supporting operators. The company has a long-established presence in the marketplace, is very family-focused, and offers strong benefits including performance-based bonuses, medical coverage, paid time off, and short- and long-term disability benefits.

This is a Permanent position based out of Greer, SC.

The pay range for this position is $80000.00 - $105000.00/yr.

Holiday, vacation, 401k, short / long-tern disability and bonuses

This is a fully onsite position in Greer,SC.

This position is anticipated to close on Apr 30, 2026.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I is embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent
• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

Actalent is an equal opportunity employer.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services. For more than 40 years, we’ve helped visionary companies advance their goals. Headquartered in the United States, our teams span 150 offices across North America, EMEA, and APAC—with four delivery centers in India led by 1,000 extraordinary employees who connect their passion with purpose every day.

Our Bangalore, Hyderabad, Pune, and Chennai delivery centers are hubs of engineering expertise, with core capabilities in mechanical and electrical engineering, systems and software, and manufacturing engineering. Our teams deliver work across multiple industries including transportation, consumer and industrial products, and life sciences. We serve more than 4,500 clients, including many Fortune 500 brands. Learn more about how we can work together at actalentservices.com.

Salary : $80,000 - $105,000