Process Engineer

fc industrie; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

HSA with Company Seed Money

Life insurance

Job summary

FC Industries Inc Dayton is seeking a Process Engineer to lead continuous improvement across manufacturing operations in Dayton, OH. The role focuses on driving productivity, reducing waste, and applying Lean principles to achieve operational excellence with a strong floor presence.

You will work with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to cut scrap, shorten changeovers, and improve OEE while teaching lean tools to staff and tracking KPI improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing process improvement experience.
• Proficient in Lean, 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, TPM, Root Cause Analysis.
• Proven record of cost reduction achievements.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and maintain Value Stream Maps using Value Stream Mapping.
• Identify and eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Reduce changeover times utilizing SMED methodologies.
• Develop a system to capture, educate operators to record/reduce Scrap.
• Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Facilitate root cause analysis investigations.
• Develop and implement standard work procedures.
• Partner with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams.
• Track and report KPI improvements.
• Train employees on Lean tools and methodologies.
• Maintain a strong floor presence.
• Experience in TPM and reliability programs related to maintenance PM’s.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

Value Stream Mapping

Standard Work

TPM

Root Cause Analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Job description

Process Engineer

FC Industries Inc Dayton, Ohio, United States

About this position

**Candidates must reside in or be willing to commute to Dayton, Ohio**

At FC Industries, we’re in an exciting period of growth, and we don’t see it slowing down anytime soon. Our BarSplice division provides innovative mechanical splicing and anchorage systems used in major construction projects across the country. We’re a hands-on, innovative manufacturing company where new ideas are encouraged and employees have the opportunity to make a real impact. We’re continuing to invest in our future with a new ERP system, new technologies, and improvements across multiple types of manufacturing equipment and processes.

We’re looking for a self-starter with production/manufacturing experience who enjoys solving problems and driving improvement. This is a great opportunity for someone in engineering who is ready for their next step of growth and responsibility, with plenty of room to learn, develop, and build a long-term career at FC.

Position Summary:

The Process Engineer will lead continuous improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for driving productivity improvements, reducing waste, improving quality, and implementing Lean Manufacturing principles to support operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

• Lead Kaizen events and continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and maintain Value Stream Maps using Value Stream Mapping
• Identify and eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Reduce changeover times utilizing SMED methodologies.
• Develop a system to capture, educate operators to record/reduce Scrap
• Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Facilitate root cause analysis investigations.
• Develop and implement standard work procedures.
• Partner with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams.
• Track and report KPI improvements.
• Train employees on Lean tools and methodologies.
• Maintain a strong floor presence
• Experience in TPM and reliability programs related to maintenance PM’s

Why FC Industries?

At FC, we believe your success is our success. We’re a family-owned company with a strong culture of teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement. As we continue to grow, we want people who are ready to grow with us. If you’re looking for a position where you can make an impact, develop your career, work with a variety of manufacturing processes and equipment, and be part of a company that is investing in its future, this could be the opportunity for you.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• HSA with Company Seed Money
• Life insurance and disability plans
• Weekly paychecks
• Immediate holiday pay
• Immediate Paid Time Off
• Heating and Air Conditioning in the whole building, including the shop.
• Quarterly Profit sharing
• 401k retirement savings with company match
• Pay for school with 100% tuition reimbursement (books included!)
• On-site café/convenience store
• Free on-site wellness coaching and YMCA discount
• Corporate partner discounts through Verizon, Chrysler, GM, and Working Advantage
• Fun perks such as gift cards, 50/50 drawings, picnics, holiday parties, employee appreciation days...and more!

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 5+ years of manufacturing process improvement experience.
• Advanced knowledge of:
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • 5S
  • Kaizen
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Standard Work
  • TPM
  • Root Cause Analysis
• Proven record of cost reduction achievements.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt (preferred)
• Experience managing multi-site improvement initiatives (preferred)
• Low/ high-volume manufacturing experience (preferred)