Process Engineer

Advantage Technical; 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

Advantage Technical in Leola, PA seeks a Process Engineer to drive continuous improvement in a high-volume manufacturing environment. This direct-hire role emphasizes manufacturing optimization, data-driven decision making, and problem solving to improve production performance and efficiency.

You will develop SOPs, lead CI initiatives, support capital projects and automation, and uphold safety and quality standards across operations teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• 3+ years of Process/Manufacturing/Continuous Improvement in high-volume settings.
• 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 or automation is a plus.

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 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.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or related engineering discipline

Tools

PLC programming

Automation systems

Sensors

Mistake-proofing (Poka-yoke)

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.

About Us

Advantage Technical connects top- talent in technology, engineering, and technical fields with forward-looking companies.

Advantage Technical is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Advantage Technical offers reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities; contact your local branch for inquiries. Advantage Technical is an E-Verify employer.