Manufacturing Process Engineer Wausau

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Manufacturing Process Engineer

About The Role

The Manufacturing Process Engineer will be responsible for leading continuous improvement initiatives across all departments at the Wausau facility. This role demands strong expertise in process optimization, project management, and change leadership to improve productivity, quality, and operational standards.

Location: Wausau, WI

Job Type: Full-Time

Remote: No.

Salary: $90k-$110k based on experience and credentials

Benefits: Full Benefits including but not limited to Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, etc.

Relocation: No

Required: Lean Six Sigma Green or Black Belt.

Key Responsibilities

Continuous Improvement Leadership

• Identify, develop, and execute improvement projects to enhance productivity, quality, and efficiency.
  
  

Capital Project Management

• Partner with stakeholders to define scope, justification, budgets, and execution plans for capital investments.
  
  

Cross-Department Collaboration

• Work closely with department heads to identify improvement opportunities and create strategic action plans.
  
  

Data Analysis

• Gather and analyze operational data to identify trends, root causes, and performance gaps.
  
  

Training & Development

• Facilitate workshops and training on continuous improvement tools and methodologies.
  
  

Performance Tracking

• Monitor KPIs, evaluate initiative progress, and report findings to senior leadership.
  
  

Standardization

• Create and implement SOPs and best practices for consistent, efficient operations.
  
  

Problem Solving

• Lead root cause analysis sessions using Lean, Six Sigma, and other structured problem-solving tools.
  
  

Documentation

• Maintain detailed project records, including goals, timelines, outcomes, and lessons learned.
  
  

Change Management

• Guide the organization through change initiatives with minimal disruption and high engagement.
  
  

Requirements & Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, Operations Management, or related field (preferred).
• Certification: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt highly desirable.
• Experience: 3–5 years in continuous improvement or process engineering, preferably in manufacturing or steel fabrication.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, statistical analysis tools, and project management software.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities; capable of influencing without direct authority.
  
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

• Analytical Thinker: Skilled at identifying process inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Project Manager: Able to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Change Agent: Committed to fostering a culture of innovation and improvement.
• Collaborative: Works effectively with cross-functional teams at all levels.
• Detail-Oriented: Ensures accuracy, quality, and adherence to standards.
• Adaptable: Thrives in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities.
  
  

Pay Details: $90.00 to $110.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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Requirements

The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
  
  

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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