Growth‑Driven Process Engineer

Michael Page; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Quarterly bonus

Comprehensive benefits package

PTO & vacation offerings

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Process Engineer to join a rapidly growing manufacturing organization focused on optimizing production processes and improving operational efficiency. This newly created role supports continuous improvement and helps shape a developing process engineering function.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing or process engineering, with experience in ERP, MES, and SCADA systems, and a strong Lean/Six Sigma background.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, or process engineering.
• Experience with ERP/MES/SCADA systems.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, throughput, and quality.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, waste reduction, and process optimization.
• Support implementation and enhancement of ERP, MES, and SCADA systems.
• Identify process bottlenecks and develop solutions to improve operational performance.
• Manage and execute manufacturing improvement projects from planning through implementation.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and leadership teams to drive operational excellence.
• Develop process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Utilize data analysis and reporting tools to support decision-making and performance improvements.
• Ensure manufacturing processes align with quality and regulatory requirements.
• Support process automation and manufacturing technology initiatives as needed

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project Management

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP

MES

SCADA

Job description

MPI is seeking a Process Engineer to join a rapidly growing manufacturing organization focused on optimizing production processes and improving operational efficiency. This newly created role supports continuous improvement and helps shape a developing process engineering function.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing or process engineering, with experience in ERP, MES, and SCADA systems, and a strong Lean/Six Sigma background.