Process Engineer

Cabinetworks Group; Culver (OR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Cabinetworks Group is seeking a Process Engineer to develop and optimize manufacturing processes for cabinet lines across multiple brands. You will work with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to ensure safety, productivity, and cost objectives are met.

The role involves creating CNC programs, validating production readiness for new SKUs, and performing capability analyses. Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field, or equivalent manufacturing experience.
• Experience in manufacturing process engineering, preferably in wood products cabinetry or similar environment.
• Working knowledge of CNC programming and manufacturing equipment.
• Strong understanding of dimensional measurement techniques and tolerances.
• Experience performing process capability analyses and interpreting manufacturing data.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with ability to identify root causes and implement solutions.
• Ability to make timely decisions in a fast-paced production environment.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Office applications.
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes for cabinet line(s).
• Measure equipment dimensional accuracy to ensure compliance with specs and quality standards.
• Perform process capability studies and analyze manufacturing data.
• Create, modify, and validate CNC programs for production equipment.
• Support successful launches of new SKUs with process validation and readiness.
• Make real-time process adjustments to maintain quality and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve process stability and performance.
• Identify and implement safety, quality, and productivity improvements.
• Recommend cost-saving opportunities through waste reduction and optimization.
• Support Lean/Six Sigma or similar continuous improvement initiatives.
• Develop and maintain process documentation and SOPs.
• Provide technical guidance and training to production staff.
• Participate in equipment validation, testing, and qualification activities.

Skills

Process engineering

Problem solving

Communication

Collaboration

Analytical thinking

Prioritization

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CNC programming systems

CAD/CAM software

ERP/MES

Job description

Job Description

WHO WE ARE

At Cabinetworks Group, our shared purpose is to bring the kitchen to life. We design and manufacture the most comprehensive choice of kitchen cabinets in the country across our brands that include iconic leaders like KraftMaid®, Medallion® and Merillat®.

We are America’s largest privately held cabinetmaker, a best-in-class team of over 6,000 team members across 20 locations, including 15 manufacturing facilities.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing, maintaining, and continuously improving manufacturing processes that support plant Operations. This role ensures equipment, programs, and manufacturing methods consistently produce high-quality products while meeting safety, productivity, and cost objectives. The Process Engineer works closely with production, quality, maintenance, engineering, and product development teams to support new product introductions, optimize existing processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Principal Functional Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing processes for our cabinet product line(s)
• Measure and verify manufacturing equipment for dimensional accuracy to ensure compliance with engineering specifications and quality standards
• Perform process capability studies and statistical analysis to evaluate and improve manufacturing performance
• Create, modify, validate, and maintain CNC programs for production equipment
• Support the successful launch of new SKUs by developing manufacturing processes, validating production readiness, and resolving startup issues
• Make real-time process and equipment adjustments to maintain product quality and production efficiency
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and process-related issues while implementing effective corrective actions
• Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to improve process stability and operational performance
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance safety, quality, productivity, and overall manufacturing efficiency
• Recommend cost-saving opportunities through waste reduction, process optimization, material utilization, and improved manufacturing methods
• Support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, process parameters, and standard operating procedures
• Provide technical guidance and training to production team members regarding manufacturing processes and equipment
• Participate in equipment validation, testing, and process qualification activities as needed

Essential Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience
• Experience in manufacturing process engineering, preferably within a wood products, cabinetry, furniture, or similar manufacturing environment
• Working knowledge of CNC programming and manufacturing equipment
• Strong understanding of dimensional measurement techniques and manufacturing tolerances
• Experience performing process capability analysis and interpreting manufacturing data
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions
• Ability to make timely decisions in a fast-paced production environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Excel
• Ability to prioritize multiple projects while meeting deadlines
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications and Skills

• Experience in frameless cabinet manufacturing or related woodworking operations
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies
• Experience with CAD/CAM software and CNC programming systems
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC), capability studies, and quality management systems
• Experience supporting new product introductions and production launches
• Knowledge of automated manufacturing equipment and production systems
• Six Sigma Green Belt or equivalent continuous improvement certification is a plus
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing execution systems (MES)

Travel Expectations

• Minimal travel is required for this position
• Occasional travel may be necessary to support equipment installations, training, supplier visits, or other business-related activities

WHAT WE OFFER

At Cabinetworks, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including medical, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, parental support programs, and company-paid life and disability benefits. Eligibility and plan provisions may vary.

Cabinetworks Group (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of where the employee is located and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

Cabinetworks Group is an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.

Shift

Full or Part Time

Full time

Cabinetworks Group (the “Company”) is an equal opportunity employer and we want to have the best available persons in every job. The Company makes employment decisions only based on merit. It is the Company’s policy to prohibit discrimination in any employment opportunity (including but not limited to recruitment, employment, promotion, salary increases, benefits, termination and all other terms and conditions of employment) based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, pregnancy, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical/mental disability, medical condition, marital/domestic partner status, military and veteran status, height, weight or any other such characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company is committed to complying with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in the operations of the Company regardless of location and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee of the Company.

Cabinetworks Groupis an E-Verify employer. E-Verify is an Internet based system operated by the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) in partnership with the Social Security Administration (SSA) that allows participating employers to electronically verify the employment eligibility of their newly hired employees in the United States. Please click on the following links for more information.

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