Engineer Process Technician

Axios Professional Recruitment is partnered with a leading advanced manufacturing organization in Grand Rapids, MI seeking two Engineering / Manufacturing Process Technicians to join their process engineering team.

The Process Technician will support manufacturing operations by focusing on process optimization, troubleshooting, continuous improvement, and production efficiency. This position works closely with both the Process Engineering and Operations teams to identify issues, implement improvements, and maintain safe, efficient manufacturing workflows.

Openings

• 1st Shift: 5:00 AM – 3:30 PM
• 2nd Shift: 3:30 PM – 4:00 AM

Responsibilities:

• Investigate process improvement opportunities focused on increasing efficiency and reducing defects.
• Provide engineering support across manufacturing work centers as needed.
• Gather and analyze information related to equipment maintenance, equipment history, capacity, and process improvement.
• Develop and evaluate manufacturing methods, labor utilization standards, and cost/scrap analysis to improve utilization of staff and facilities.
• Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives and participate in continuous improvement events.
• Coordinate with Quality and Operations teams to resolve production issues, improve product reliability, and minimize costs.
• Lead and support Kaizen initiatives by working with cross-functional teams to identify, implement, track, and report improvements.
• Review production schedules, engineering specifications, orders, and related documentation to understand manufacturing processes and requirements.
• Evaluate technical specifications and economic considerations related to process and product design.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Associate or Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous manufacturing experience.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and techniques.
• Ability to read blueprints and utilize CAD.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable taking ownership of assigned responsibilities.

Axios Professional Recruitment. is an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP), a privately held organization headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan. As an independent, 100% employee-owned company, our team takes a personal interest in your success, listens to your needs, and forms a comprehensive plan to attract, retain, and develop your people.

As an ESOP, AXIOS Professional Recruitment believes that our employees are empowered to innovate, collaborate, and serve clients using better, smarter methods. According to national studies, ESOP companies have proven to be agile, efficient organizations with employee-owners who think about clients’ future as their own.

Becoming part of the AXIOS HR team offers a unique opportunity for individuals up to the challenge. Built on shared core values of excellence, honesty, respect, open communication, empowerment, professional growth, and innovation, the unity of the AXIOS HR culture shines through in everything we undertake.

AXIOS Professional Recruitment team members are encouraged to continuously pursue personal growth opportunities and are allocated set hours to give back to community-related causes. Our Active AXIOS initiative supports participation in local fitness events and ensures that team members balance work responsibilities with personal health. Additionally, regular group outings and retreats foster collaboration and transparency.