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Process Engineer – Automotive Manufacturing

CEO Inc.
La Porte, IN Full Time
POSTED ON 11/26/2025 CLOSED ON 12/26/2025

What are the responsibilities and job description for the Process Engineer – Automotive Manufacturing position at CEO Inc.?

Are you looking for a role where your ideas can directly shape the future of manufacturing? As a Process Engineer, you’ll be at the center of driving operational excellence, implementing lean strategies, and creating smarter, faster, and more efficient ways of working. This is more than just a technical role, it’s an opportunity to make a measurable impact in a high-volume production environment while advancing your career in process improvement and continuous innovation.


What You’ll Do:

  • Champion Lean initiatives (5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Kanban, and more) to streamline operations, reduce waste, and elevate productivity.
  • Design, optimize, and launch manufacturing processes for both new and existing programs, bringing innovative ideas from concept to reality.
  • Lead cross-functional projects to improve throughput, reduce cycle times, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with production, quality, and maintenance teams to troubleshoot challenges, implement corrective actions, and drive sustainable solutions.
  • Support new automotive program launches by developing efficient workflows, control plans, and robust process documentation.
  • Apply data-driven problem-solving tools to ensure consistent product quality and process reliability.
  • Deliver cost savings and productivity gains through automation, layout optimization, and best-practice standardization.
  • Act as a coach and mentor for operators and teams, fostering a culture of continuous improvement across the plant.


What We’re Looking For:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
  • 2 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing setting (automotive or high-volume preferred).
  • Proven success applying Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methods.
  • Familiarity with automotive quality systems and structured problem-solving.
  • Strong communication skills with a collaborative, hands-on mindset.
  • Proficiency with CAD tools.


Why Join?

  • Be part of a company where continuous improvement is a key part of the culture.
  • See the results of your work come to life on the production floor every day.
  • Collaborate with experienced teams while building leadership skills in cross-functional environments.
  • Opportunity to influence, innovate, and grow.

Salary : $90,000 - $100,000

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