Lean Process Engineer - CAD, SPC & Continuous Improvement

STEM DTS; Bedford Heights (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision benefits

Paid holidays and vacation

401(k) with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Employee discount programs

Job summary

STEM DTS in Bedford Heights, OH is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, focusing on productivity gains through Lean, SPC, and Six Sigma methods. You will analyze production lines, collaborate with vendors and internal teams, and drive improvements in scheduling, capacity planning, and equipment implementation.

The ideal candidate has CAD/3D modeling skills (SolidWorks or AutoCAD), an engineering degree (associate or bachelor’s preferred), and 1+ year in manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree preferred (AS/BEng)
• 1+ year in manufacturing role; steel experience preferred
• CAD/3D modeling skills required
• Experience with Lean, SPC or Six Sigma
• Experience with ISO 9001, ISO 14000, and IATF 16949 preferred
• Ability to create SOPs and work instructions
• Strong interpersonal communication and training abilities
• ERP systems and Excel proficiency

Responsibilities

• Identify cost‑effective production methods using Lean/Six Sigma
• Collaborate with vendors and internal teams on scheduling and capacity planning
• Improve production speed and equipment implementation
• Develop SOPs and training documentation
• Support compliance with ISO/IATF standards and ERP systems

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

SPC

Six Sigma

Process Improvement

Training/Documentation

Microsoft Excel

ERP systems

Communication

ISO 9001 familiarity

Education

Associate degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

3D modeling

MS Office

Job description

STEM DTS in Bedford Heights, OH is seeking a Process Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, focusing on productivity gains through Lean, SPC, and Six Sigma methods. You will analyze production lines, collaborate with vendors and internal teams, and drive improvements in scheduling, capacity planning, and equipment implementation.

The ideal candidate has CAD/3D modeling skills (SolidWorks or AutoCAD), an engineering degree (associate or bachelor’s preferred), and 1+ year in manufacturing.