Lean Process Engineer – Drive Throughput & Quality

Actalent; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Process Engineer to identify and implement improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and cost across metal manufacturing environments. You will lead process development, optimize operations, and support production with troubleshooting and continuous improvement.

Collaboration with production and maintenance teams will ensure equipment operates like-new and processes remain efficient and cost-effective.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a closely related discipline.
• Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Understanding and practical application of Six Sigma or similar structured problem-solving approaches.
• Ability to conduct capability studies and perform time studies to evaluate and improve processes.
• Proficiency in process improvement techniques, including process mapping and optimization.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent combined related experience.
• Capability to take a project lead role and drive initiatives from concept to completion.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with aggressive deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy.
• Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to understand and manage complex process interactions.
• Computer literacy with familiarity in Microsoft Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Examine equipment, processes, operations, and procedures to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, throughput, and cost.
• Implement process changes and modify operating standards to enhance performance and consistency.
• Evaluate vendor proposals for new equipment purchases and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Select and implement suitable manufacturing processes that support competitive product cost and quality.
• Apply modern organizational and manufacturing principles to streamline production and reduce waste.
• Identify and optimize current and new manufacturing processes using continuous improvement methodologies.
• Work closely with production and maintenance teams to ensure equipment operates in a like-new condition and meets performance expectations.
• Conduct capability studies to assess process performance and stability.
• Perform time studies to analyze and improve cycle times and labor efficiency.
• Develop and refine processes, including creating clear visual work instructions to support standardization.
• Provide ongoing production support and troubleshoot process issues to minimize downtime and defects.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives, including reducing scrap, rework, and cycle time.
• Specify tools, jigs, and fixtures required to support efficient and repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate projects from concept through implementation, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and quality targets are met.
• Handle daily troubleshooting activities to resolve operational and process-related problems promptly.
• Participate in continuous improvement events and initiatives to foster a culture of operational excellence.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Capability studies

Time studies

Process mapping

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Project leadership

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Equivalent related experience

Tools

Creo

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Process Engineer to identify and implement improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and cost across metal manufacturing environments. You will lead process development, optimize operations, and support production with troubleshooting and continuous improvement.

Collaboration with production and maintenance teams will ensure equipment operates like-new and processes remain efficient and cost-effective.