Hands-On Process Engineer for Lean Manufacturing

Actalent, Inc.; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 50,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision

401(k) Retirement Plan

Life Insurance

Short and long-term disability

Health Spending Account (HSA)

Transportation benefits

Employee Assistance Program

Time Off/Leave

Job summary

Actalent, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes on the shop floor. You will work to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and equipment utilization while selecting tools and machinery for production lines.

You will collect data, analyze bottlenecks, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S and Kaizen to ensure scalable, sustainable operations in Benton Harbor and nearby facilities.

Qualifications

• Experience in CNC/machining environment developing manufacturing processes.
• Experience optimizing production processes to improve efficiency.
• Experience with continuous improvement methods (lean, 5S, Kaizen).
• Project management experience.
• Engineering degree.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop manufacturing processes for new products or improve existing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Analyze production processes, identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and implement changes to optimize these processes.
• Select appropriate equipment, machinery, tools, supplies, and technologies required for manufacturing processes to achieve desired outcomes.
• Collaborate with quality control teams to ensure products meet established quality standards and specifications. Implement quality control measures within the manufacturing process.
• Identify opportunities for cost reduction without compromising product quality or safety by optimizing supply usage, streamlining processes, or reducing waste.
• Create and maintain documentation related to manufacturing processes, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, process flow diagrams, and quality control documentation.
• Identify and address production issues, equipment malfunctions, or other challenges that could disrupt the manufacturing process.
• Collect and analyze data from production processes to identify trends, performance metrics, and areas for improvement. Use data to make informed decisions about process modifications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineers, production workers, supply chain professionals, and management, to ensure a smooth and efficient manufacturing process.
• Continuously seek opportunities to enhance manufacturing processes and stay competitive by keeping up to date with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.
• Drive initiatives such as implementing 5S methodology, managing preventive maintenance, facilitating Kaizen Events, visual factory oversight, optimizing tool life, implementing shadow boards, and tracking planned vs. actual metrics to enhance operational efficiency and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
• Ensure that manufacturing processes comply with safety regulations and guidelines. Identify and address potential safety hazards within the production environment.
• Train production staff on new processes, equipment operation, and safety protocols.
• Manage projects related to process improvement, new product introduction, or facility upgrades.
• Collaborate on the transition of new products from prototype to full-scale production, ensuring that the processes are scalable and sustainable.
• Consider environmental factors and sustainability in manufacturing processes, such as waste reduction and energy efficiency.

Skills

CNC/machining experience

Process optimization

Continuous improvement

Project Management

Engineering degree

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

3D CAD

CNC Lathes

Job description

Actalent, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes on the shop floor. You will work to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and equipment utilization while selecting tools and machinery for production lines.

You will collect data, analyze bottlenecks, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and drive continuous improvement initiatives such as 5S and Kaizen to ensure scalable, sustainable operations in Benton Harbor and nearby facilities.