Manufacturing Process Engineer

As a Manufacturing Process Engineer, you will serve as a catalyst for operational excellence by optimizing production workflows and championing Lean methodologies. You will spend your time on the shop floor, collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve complex technical challenges and drive measurable efficiency gains.

• Lead high-impact initiatives focused on enhancing productivity, quality, and safety across CNC machining operations.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and implement sustainable solutions that reduce scrap and downtime.
• Facilitate Kaizen events to foster a culture of continuous improvement and rapid problem-solving.
• Apply Lean principles including 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and SMED to streamline manufacturing processes.
• Develop and maintain standardized work documentation to ensure consistency and long-term process stability.
• Mentor team members on problem-solving techniques and the practical application of Lean tools.
• Manage project lifecycles from initial opportunity identification through to final implementation and savings verification.

Required Skills

• 3 years of experience in process improvement or manufacturing engineering within a production environment.
• Hands-on technical expertise with CNC machining processes, including milling and turning.
• Demonstrated success in leading improvement projects or Kaizen events.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel and data-driven decision-making.
• Experience utilizing ERP or MES systems to track performance metrics.
• Must meet ITAR "U.S. person" requirements for access to controlled technical data.

Preferred Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related technical field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• Advanced knowledge of shop floor management software and workflow optimization.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and drive change in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.