Process Engineer

Pro Staff; Leola (PA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Health Savings Account (HSA)

AD&D Insurance

Job summary

Pro Staff in Leola, PA is seeking a Process Engineer to join our direct-hire manufacturing team. You will drive continuous improvement, reduce downtime, and optimize production performance in a high-volume environment.

The position offers competitive pay and comprehensive benefits, with opportunities to lead cross-functional projects using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, DOE, and more.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering.
• 3+ years of process/manufacturing/CI experience.
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Experience with PLC/automation a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement initiatives to reduce downtime, scrap, waste, and production variability.
• Analyze manufacturing data: line performance, material usage, cycle times, quality metrics.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, process docs, and training materials.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, DOE, FMEA and other CI methods.
• Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, automation, and new tech.
• Optimize production processes, material flow, and work cell layouts.
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality, and leadership to resolve challenges.
• Promote safety culture and ensure regulatory compliance.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Engineering (Mechanical / Electrical / Materials)

Tools

PLC programming

Automation systems

Sensors

Mistake-proofing

Job description

Process Engineer

Direct Hire | Leola, PA
Pay rate: $105k-115k

Drive Manufacturing Excellence and Make a Lasting Impact

Are you a results-driven Process Engineer with a passion for continuous improvement, manufacturing optimization, and problem-solving? Join an industry-leading manufacturing team where you'll play a key role in improving production performance, reducing costs, increasing efficiency, and driving operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement initiatives focused on reducing downtime, scrap, waste, and production variability
• Analyze manufacturing data, including line performance, material usage, cycle times, and quality metrics
• Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation, and employee training materials
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S, DOE, FMEA, and other continuous improvement methodologies
• Support capital projects, equipment upgrades, automation initiatives, and new technology implementation
• Optimize production processes, material flow, and work cell layouts to improve efficiency and product quality
• Collaborate with operations, maintenance, quality, and leadership teams to resolve manufacturing challenges
• Promote a strong safety culture and support regulatory compliance and workplace safety programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline
• 3+ years of Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Continuous Improvement experience
• Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred
• Experience with PLC programming, automation systems, sensors, or mistake-proofing technologies is a plus

Benefits*

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• AD&D Insurance

*Benefits vary by client and will be confirmed at the time of offer.