Manufacturing Process Engineer — Lean, Tooling & Automation

Qualitrol; Village of Fairport (NY); On-site; USD 67,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Qualitrol, a leader in monitoring and protection devices, is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer for its Fairport, NY site. The role focuses on planning and overseeing quality and production improvements, tooling ramp-up, and equipment integration used in instrument assembly for electric utility systems.

The successful candidate will have a BS in engineering, 1–3 years in lean manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and experience with DMAIC/6 Sigma and quality tools.

Qualifications

• BS Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electro-Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent.
• Minimum 1-3 years in a lean manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated analytical/statistical problem-solving skills with familiarity in statistical methods and software such as Minitab or JMP.
• Proficient in database tools and ability to use programming language for modifying/maintaining databases and reporting.
• Experience with process improvement and knowledge of DMAIC, Six Sigma, Lean, and SPC.
• Working knowledge of LabVIEW and SolidWorks is preferred.
• Knowledge of ISO9001 quality systems and quality tools (MSA, R&R, PFMEA).
• Hands-on mechanical aptitude for tooling and equipment challenges.
• Ability to work in a team and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Investigate, analyze, develop, and determine processes and improvements for new and existing products.
• Plan and assist in equipment layout and workflow for safe, efficient plant resource use.
• Support Kaizen and continuous improvement using RBS principles: standard work, one-piece flow, visual controls, 5S, variability reduction.
• Lead development of new methods, tooling, test systems, and machine designs to reduce cycle time and improve productivity.
• Lead planning and development of manufacturing engineering projects.
• Own RCA, 5 Why, 8D to troubleshoot quality issues and drive CAPA.
• Perform duties per established quality standards.
• Actively support Health, Safety and Environmental rules.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Statistical problem solving

DMAIC

Root cause analysis

CAPA

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Quality Systems

Problem solving

3+ years experience

Education

BS Electrical Engineering

Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

LabVIEW

SolidWorks

Job description

Qualitrol, a leader in monitoring and protection devices, is seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer for its Fairport, NY site. The role focuses on planning and overseeing quality and production improvements, tooling ramp-up, and equipment integration used in instrument assembly for electric utility systems.

The successful candidate will have a BS in engineering, 1–3 years in lean manufacturing, strong problem-solving skills, and experience with DMAIC/6 Sigma and quality tools.