Engineer, Process II

Southwire Company, LLC; Carrollton (GA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Matching

Health Insurance

Paid Time Off & Holidays

Long & Short-Term Disability

Tuition Reimbursement Programs

Advancement & Professional Growth

Parental Leave

Job summary

Southwire Company, LLC in Carrollton, GA is seeking a Process Engineer II to drive process development, standardization, quality and continuous improvement across production. You will partner with cross-functional teams to implement lean methods, scale up new products, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and guide junior staff.

This role offers growth opportunities and a culture of innovation in a manufacturing environment rich with data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification.
• 2–4 years of relevant process engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and improves manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency and quality.
• Ensures safety, environmental, and regulatory standards are followed.
• Diagnoses and resolves process issues to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
• Applies Lean and Six Sigma to drive cost reductions and efficiency gains.
• Creates SOPs, process flow diagrams, and technical reports.
• Collaborates with design, quality, maintenance, and operations teams for seamless integration.
• Assists in scaling up and validating processes for new products or technologies.
• Provides technical guidance and training on process changes.

Skills

Continuous Improvement

Lean Six Sigma

PFMEA

Process Engineering

Troubleshooting

Investigation

Statistical Process Control

Design of Experiments

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Engineering

Tools

Lean Six Sigma tools

Job description

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools andjobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner.We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuitionreimbursement andunlimited growth opportunities. Ourmore thanseven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developinginnovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardshipand enhancing the well-being ofthe communitiesin which we work and live.How will you power what'spossible?

Location: MC Plant - Carrollton, GA

Job Summary

The Process Engineer II is responsible for the development, standardization, quality, and continuous improvement of processes and products. This role works closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the efficient and effective operation of production processes, implementation of continuous improvement initiatives, introduction of new products, and to ensure compliance with quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Designs, implements, and improves manufacturing or production processes to maximize efficiency and quality.
• Adheres to safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout all process operations.
• Diagnoses and resolves process-related problems to minimize downtime and maintain productivity.
• Applies Lean, Six Sigma, or other methodologies to drive cost reduction and efficiency gains.
• Creates and maintains process flow diagrams, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and technical reports.
• Works with design, quality, maintenance, and operations teams to ensure seamless process integration.
• Assists in scaling up and validating processes for new products or technologies.
• Ensure machinery and tools operate within specified parameters for optimal output.
• Provide technical guidance and training to junior engineers, hourly team members, and other staff on process changes or best practices.
• Collaborates with IT and engineering teams to integrate digital tools
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Complies with all policies and standards

Required Education & Experience

Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree

Specialized Degree: Engineering

Licenses/Certificates: Lean and Six Sigma Green Belt

Years of Experience: 2-4 years

Field of Expertise: Engineering

Preferred Education & Experience

Licenses/Certificates: Lean and Six Sigma Black Belt

Years of Experience: 5-7 Years

Field of Expertise: Engineering

Spans of Control

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No

Travel

Travel: None

Physical Requirements

Moving: 25%

Standing: 25%

Sitting: 50%

Working Conditions

Office

Plant/Warehouse Floor

Extreme Heat/Cold

Equipment

Computer/Keyboard

Safety Glasses

Safety Shoes

Competencies

• Action Oriented
• Balances Stakeholders
• Collaborates
• Customer Focus
• Nimble Learning
• Plans and Aligns

Skills

• Continuous Improvement Process
• Engineering Design Process
• Influencing Skills
• Investigation
• Lean Six Sigma
• Process Engineering
• Process Failure Mode And Effects Analysis (PFMEA)
• Product Quality (QA/QC)
• Statistical Process Controls
• Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.