Lean Process Engineer – Industrial Manufacturing

Trulite Glass and Aluminum Solutions; Dallas (NC); On-site; USD 75,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Trulite Glass and Aluminum Solutions in Dallas, NC, is seeking a Process Engineer for our industrial manufacturing operations. The role centers on Lean initiatives to streamline processes, boost throughput and support profitable growth.

You will lead cross-functional teams, implement the Lean Daily Management System, and guide projects aligned with KPIs. Expect 10–15% travel as you drive continuous improvement across production and business processes.

Qualifications

• BS/BA Degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering (or related technical degree).
• 3-5 years Process Engineer experience.
• Lean manufacturing Certification required.
• Proficient in MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint) and creating visual graphics.

Responsibilities

• Lead/work with functional teams to streamline processes to improve throughput and enable profitable growth.
• Implements and manages the plant's Lean Daily Management System.
• Assist plant leaders in selecting projects aligned with plant financial goals, KPIs and strategies.
• Develop mechanisms and lead initiatives to identify improvement opportunities that reduce non-value-added activities (5S, Visual Management, Daily Management Systems, Process Controls, and Root Cause Analysis).
• Ensure plant's tracking dashboard is maintained and results communicated to leadership.
• Manage work cell and department communication boards.
• Serve as Lean subject matter expert and deliver training to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Provide ongoing support to multiple project teams.
• Support and install organizational supports for Lean Management Systems (reviews, communications, rewards, software).
• Support Plant KPIs including Safety, Quality, Service and Cost.
• Lead improvement projects of significant size and scope.
• Deliver training on Lean Management.
• Communicate Lean information to management and staff.
• Utilize MS Office to develop visual management and Go/No Go decision points.

Education

BS/BA Degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering (or related technical degree)

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Trulite Glass and Aluminum Solutions in Dallas, NC, is seeking a Process Engineer for our industrial manufacturing operations. The role centers on Lean initiatives to streamline processes, boost throughput and support profitable growth.

You will lead cross-functional teams, implement the Lean Daily Management System, and guide projects aligned with KPIs. Expect 10–15% travel as you drive continuous improvement across production and business processes.