Manufacturing Process Engineer: Boost Productivity & Quality

Zekelman Industries; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Annual bonus

Profit-sharing opportunities

401(k) with generous match

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Tuition assistance

Paid vacation

Employee loyalty awards

Career development

Job summary

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Process Engineer to drive operational excellence in our manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement solutions that enhance safety and efficiency.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced environment, with travel to other facilities as needed and a focus on measurable performance gains.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering from an accredited institution.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with hands-on troubleshooting approach.
• Ability to interpret complex mechanical and electro-technical drawings.
• Experience collaborating with operations and maintenance to optimize equipment performance.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication for technical and shop-floor personnel.
• Proficiency with CAD tools (AutoCAD and/or Inventor).
• Strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access).
• Ability to analyze complex information clearly and effectively.
• Adaptable, resilient, and solution-focused under pressure.
• Commitment to safety, accountability, and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Develop best practices, routines, and innovative solutions to improve production rates and product quality.
• Implement process design practices from concept through start-up and validation.
• Build partnerships with manufacturing and maintenance teams for continuous improvement.
• Plan, manage, and execute project schedules effectively and efficiently.
• Justify, budget, and monitor capital expenditure (CapEx) projects.
• Assess manufacturing processes, collect measurements, and analyze data.
• Create, maintain, and improve process documentation and SOPs.
• Support equipment assessments and customer issue resolution with occasional travel to other facilities.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Problem solving

Drawing interpretation

Adaptable

Safety mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD

AutoCAD

Inventor

Job description

Zekelman Industries is seeking a Process Engineer to drive operational excellence in our manufacturing operations. You will collaborate with manufacturing, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify opportunities for continuous improvement and implement solutions that enhance safety and efficiency.

The role emphasizes hands-on problem solving in a fast-paced environment, with travel to other facilities as needed and a focus on measurable performance gains.