Process Engineer

The Process Engineer drives operational excellence through process improvement, lean manufacturing, and manufacturing technology initiatives at our Louisville, Kentucky plant. This role provides hands-on technical support to Operations and Distribution, leads cross-functional projects, implements capital equipment, and develops standardized processes that improve safety, quality, productivity, and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Safety teams to improve manufacturing processes, reduce waste, and increase efficiency using lean manufacturing principles.
• Develop and maintain standard work instructions, process documentation, and employee training materials.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions to resolve process, equipment, tooling, and quality issues.
• Support new product launches and new customer onboarding by developing manufacturing processes and documentation.
• Create, verify, and maintain manufacturing routings, bills of materials (BOMs), and related production data.
• Design and implement equipment, tooling, fixtures, and gauging using AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.
• Recommend and implement process and product improvements to enhance manufacturability, quality, and cost performance.
• Manage cross-functional projects, including capital equipment implementation and manufacturing technology upgrades.
• Provide technical support and best-practice guidance to manufacturing and distribution teams.
• Mentor employees and support a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and accountability.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Engineering Technology from an accredited institution.
• 2-4 years of manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or related experience.
• Experience with AutoCAD and/or SolidWorks.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Ability to communicate effectively with all levels of the organization.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in both high- and low-volume manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of CNC machining and/or programming.
• New product development or design experience.
• Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma certification.
• Experience leading cross-functional or plant-wide improvement initiatives.
• Experience with ERP systems and manufacturing data management.
• Required Skills & Abilities

Required Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, lean principles, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to analyze production processes and implement effective solutions.
• Proficiency in interpreting engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Knowledge of routings, BOMs, standard work, and ERP systems (Oracle experience preferred).
• Strong organizational, project management, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Commitment to workplace safety, quality, and operational excellence.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• This position requires work in both office and manufacturing environments. Responsibilities include standing, walking, sitting, bending, reaching, and occasionally lifting up to 25 pounds. Employees may be exposed to manufacturing equipment, moving machinery, and varying noise levels and must follow all safety requirements and wear appropriate PPE.

Who is M-D? 

M-D Building Products has been a trusted name in American construction for over 106 years. Founded in 1920, we have spent more than a century designing, manufacturing, and distributing the products that builders, contractors, and homeowners depend on to get the job done right. What started as a focused commitment to quality weatherstripping has grown into one of the most recognized and respected product portfolios in the construction industry. 

We are proud to be an American manufacturer. Every product bearing the M-D name is made right here in the United States, with production facilities in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, our home and headquarters, as well as Louisville, Kentucky, and Gainesville and Brooklet, Georgia. Our facilities are home to skilled, dedicated teams who bring the same pride and craftsmanship to every product they make. 

At M-D, we don't just compete in our categories, we lead them. Our products are industry leaders or strong contenders for industry leadership across every line we carry. That standard of excellence isn't accidental. It results from more than a century of listening to our customers, investing in our people, and refusing to settle for good enough. The people of M-D are guided by five core values that define how we work, how we treat one another, and how we show up for our customers every day. 

Integrity~ Honesty doesn't need a policy. We do the right thing when nobody is looking. 

Vision~ Tomorrow's success is taken by the steps we take today. 

Commitment~ Every day, we are accountable to each other and our customers. 

Communication~ We listen with intent, communicate with clarity, and speak up for what's right. 

Stewardship~ We serve to promote one another, create opportunities, and provide customer delight. 

When you join M-D Building Products, you join a company that has stood the test of time. Not by standing still, but by continuously evolving, improving, and investing in the people who make everything possible. We believe every individual has the potential to make a meaningful impact, and we cultivate a culture that recognizes and develops that potential. If you are eager to learn, motivated to grow, and interested in building a career at M-D, we encourage you to apply. 

Benefits

M-D Building Products, Inc offers a benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, On-Site Clinic, Voluntary Life Insurance, Lab Card Program, Group Term Life & AD&D, Flexible Spending Accounts, Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, 401(K) with Company Match, Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, Education & Development, Mental Wellness (Employee Assistance Program), and Voluntary Benefits including Accident, Critical Illness and Hospital Indemnity Insurance. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected status, in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.