Manufacturing Process Engineer / Operations Specialist

Opti Staffing; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Opti Staffing is partnering with a Portland-area manufacturer to hire a Manufacturing Process Engineer / Operations Specialist. This hands-on role focuses on quality improvement, workflow efficiency, waste reduction, and process consistency across operations on the production floor.

You will work with production, quality, and engineering teams, gather and analyze production metrics, and implement Lean initiatives to reduce downtime and variability.

Qualifications

• Hands-on, on-floor problem solving and process improvement.
• Experience with Lean manufacturing principles and data-driven optimization.
• Ability to analyze production metrics and identify trends.

Responsibilities

• Support ongoing manufacturing process improvement initiatives across production operations.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and engineering teams to identify inefficiencies.
• Observe workflows and implement Lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Partner with Production Manager to identify waste, downtime, and bottlenecks.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, consistency, and throughput.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Excel

Teamwork

Problem solving

Hands-on

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Lean tools

Job description

Manufacturing Process Engineer / Operations Specialist Location: Portland Metro Area, OR Pay: $27–29/hr. DOE Schedule: Full-Time | Day Shift Who We Are:We are partnering with a growing manufacturing company that takes pride in innovation, process improvement, and operational excellence. This team values employees who are hands-on, collaborative, and excited to make a real impact on the production floor.They are currently seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer / Operations Specialist to support ongoing efforts focused on quality improvement, workflow efficiency, waste reduction, and process consistency across manufacturing operations.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys problem solving, data analysis, process improvement, and working closely with production teams to create real operational change.What You’ll Do:Support ongoing manufacturing process improvement initiatives across production operationsWork closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to identify process inefficiencies and opportunities for improvementObserve workflows and assist in implementing Lean manufacturing initiativesPartner with the Production Manager to identify waste, downtime, process variation, and operational bottlenecksHelp develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, consistency, and throughputCollect, track, and organize production data including:Cycle timesScrap ratesDowntimeThroughput metricsAnalyze trends and estimate the impact of operational improvementsCommunicate findings and recommendations to leadership and production teamsAssist with workflow standardization and process documentationSupport quality improvement and continuous improvement projects on the manufacturing floorMaintain a hands-on presence within operations and production environmentsWhat’s In It for You:Opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing operationsHands-on role with visibility to leadership and production teamsCollaborative environment focused on continuous improvementGreat opportunity for someone looking to grow within manufacturing operations or process engineeringStable company with long-term growth potentialWhat You Need to Have:Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilitiesInterest or experience in manufacturing process improvement and Lean principlesAbility to analyze production data and identify trendsStrong communication and teamwork skillsComfortable working directly on the production floor in a hands-on environmentAbility to balance observation, execution, and process support responsibilitiesProficiency with Microsoft Excel and data trackingDetail-oriented mindset with strong organizational skillsPreferred:Experience within manufacturing, production, engineering, or operations environmentsExposure to Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologiesBackground in process engineering, mechanical systems, industrial operations, or chemistry-related manufacturingExperience collecting and analyzing production metricsAssociate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Chemistry, or related fieldExperience working with production teams to implement workflow improvementsThe Musts:We are looking for someone who enjoys being on the floor, solving problems, and making processes better. This is not a sit-behind-a-desk engineering role. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, observant, analytical, and motivated to improve operations through teamwork and practical solutions.If you are someone who likes figuring out how things work, identifying inefficiencies, and helping teams operate at a higher level, we would love to talk with you.Next Steps:Please respond directly to this posting with an updated resume to be considered for an interview!For more information, contact: Lauren 971-246-8423 or Rahma 971-246-8428