Lean Process Engineer: Drive Efficiency & Quality

Hussey Copper; Leetsdale (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Hussey Copper, a Pantheon Electric company, seeks a Process Engineer to drive process improvements across our Leetsdale, PA manufacturing operations. You will lead Lean initiatives, analyze existing processes, and develop practical solutions to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

The ideal candidate brings manufacturing experience, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and a proven ability to manage cross‑functional improvement projects from analysis through

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred.
• Significant work experience in manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Strong knowledge and application of Lean Manufacturing principles, techniques and tools.
• Demonstrated experience leading continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives.
• Experience with Kaizen facilitation, 5S, Standard Work, SMED, and TPM.
• Experience with Managing for Daily Improvement (MDI), visual management systems, and productivity/OEE improvement projects.
• Experience leading projects involving equipment outages, equipment installations, and implementation of new processes.
• Ability to facilitate root cause analysis and develop sustainable corrective actions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to collaborate across functions.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Automotive or similar manufacturing quality systems experience (APQP, PFMEA, CAPA, Control Plans) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement Lean Manufacturing processes, tools, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze existing manufacturing processes to identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, efficiency, productivity, and cost.
• Develop and execute process improvement plans with measurable, sustainable results.
• Monitor process performance metrics and identify opportunities for ongoing improvement.
• Partner cross-functionally with operations and other departments to implement new or improved processes.
• Create and maintain detailed documentation for new and modified processes.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing activities, including Kaizen, 5S, Standard Work, SMED, and TPM.
• Support MDI and visual daily management processes, including Tier 1-4 boards.
• Lead complex productivity and OEE improvement projects.
• Facilitate root cause analysis (8D, 5 Why) and implement countermeasures.
• Lead projects involving major equipment outages and new installations.
• Coordinate internal and external resources to successfully execute projects.
• Support quality systems (APQP, PFMEA, CAPA, Control Plans) as applicable.
• Maintain safe working environment and compliance with safety standards.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Kaizen

PM/Project Mgmt

OEE Improvement

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

MS Word

Job description

Hussey Copper, a Pantheon Electric company, seeks a Process Engineer to drive process improvements across our Leetsdale, PA manufacturing operations. You will lead Lean initiatives, analyze existing processes, and develop practical solutions to enhance safety, quality, efficiency, and cost effectiveness.

The ideal candidate brings manufacturing experience, strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, and a proven ability to manage cross‑functional improvement projects from analysis through