Process Engineer

Ms Companies, LLC; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Ms Companies, LLC is seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to support a high-volume, continuous-process thermal manufacturing operation in Nashville. You will optimize high-temperature forming, material flow, and process stability to improve product quality, furnace performance, throughput, and yield.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in a high-temperature continuous manufacturing environment, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to troubleshoot floor-level issues while partnering with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science, Metallurgical, or related disciplines.
• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a high-temperature continuous manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of thermal processing and material behavior at elevated temperatures.
• Knowledge of forming operations, annealing principles, and continuous manufacturing process flow.
• Experience troubleshooting process-related defects and implementing corrective actions.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Hands-on approach to manufacturing support and problem solving.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, production-driven environment.
• Ability to provide floor-level engineering support in a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
• Ability to safely work around elevated-temperature systems, operating machinery, heat, and noise.
• Ability to wear and properly utilize required personal protective equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across thermal forming and production processes, including raw material batching, melting, conditioning, forming, and controlled cooling operations.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing defects related to surface quality, dimensional variation, distortion, stress-related breakage, and thermal inconsistencies.
• Monitor and optimize critical process parameters, including furnace performance, combustion balance, thermal distribution, electric boost systems, feeder conditions, cooling profiles, and forming configurations.
• Support furnace and hot-end operational stability through process analysis, equipment adjustments, and production optimization initiatives.
• Drive improvements in yield, uptime, scrap reduction, energy utilization, and overall process capability.
• Partner with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Analyze production trends and process data to improve manufacturing consistency, efficiency, and product performance.
• Assist with production setup optimization, equipment changeovers, and forming parameter adjustments during production transitions.
• Monitor process conditions and identify opportunities to improve product quality and operational stability.
• Provide floor-level engineering support throughout a 24/7 manufacturing environment.
• Work directly with operational leadership to address production, process, and equipment-related issues.
• Develop and utilize data analysis to identify process trends, determine root causes, and support improvement initiatives.
• Support troubleshooting efforts involving thermal processing, forming, annealing, material flow, and downstream manufacturing operations
• Maintain effective communication with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams
• Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving activities focused on process capability, efficiency, and product quality
• Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor and provide hands‑on technical support as needed
• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a safe and clean work environment
• Safely operate and work around elevated-temperature systems, machinery, and other industrial manufacturing equipment
• Utilize all required PPE and follow established environmental, health, and safety procedures

Skills

Thermal processing

Continuous manufacturing

Problem solving

Floor-level engineering

Data analysis (Excel)

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Manufacturing issue troubleshooting

Process monitoring

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Excel

Data logging systems

Job description

We are seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to support a high-volume, continuous-process thermal manufacturing operation. This role will focus on optimizing high-temperature forming and material flow processes while driving improvements in product quality, furnace performance, throughput, yield, and overall operational stability.

The ideal candidate has experience working in a continuous-flow manufacturing environment involving molten material handling, thermal conditioning, precision forming, annealing, and downstream process optimization. This position requires a strong floor-level presence and the ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues while partnering closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and operational leadership.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred, including Mechanical, Chemical, Materials Science, Metallurgical, or related disciplines


• Minimum of 2+ years of experience in a high-temperature continuous manufacturing environment


• Strong understanding of thermal processing and material behavior at elevated temperatures


• Knowledge of forming operations, annealing principles, and continuous manufacturing process flow


• Experience troubleshooting process-related defects and implementing corrective actions


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills


• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, for data analysis and reporting


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Hands-on approach to manufacturing support and problem solving


• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, production-driven environment


• Ability to provide floor-level engineering support in a 24/7 manufacturing operation


• Ability to safely work around elevated-temperature systems, operating machinery, heat, and noise


• Ability to wear and properly utilize required personal protective equipment

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in continuous-flow thermal manufacturing operations


• Experience with molten material handling and high-temperature forming processes


• Experience with furnace operations, combustion systems, thermal distribution, and electric boost systems


• Experience troubleshooting annealing and controlled cooling processes


• Experience with feeder systems and forming equipment


• Experience driving continuous improvement initiatives focused on yield, uptime, scrap reduction, and process capability


• Experience analyzing production trends and manufacturing process data


• Experience supporting equipment changeovers and process setup optimization


• Experience working cross-functionally with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across thermal forming and production processes, including raw material batching, melting, conditioning, forming, and controlled cooling operations


• Troubleshoot and resolve complex manufacturing defects related to surface quality, dimensional variation, distortion, stress-related breakage, and thermal inconsistencies


• Monitor and optimize critical process parameters, including furnace performance, combustion balance, thermal distribution, electric boost systems, feeder conditions, cooling profiles, and forming configurations


• Support furnace and hot-end operational stability through process analysis, equipment adjustments, and production optimization initiatives


• Drive improvements in yield, uptime, scrap reduction, energy utilization, and overall process capability


• Partner closely with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams to identify root causes and implement sustainable corrective actions


• Analyze production trends and process data to improve manufacturing consistency, efficiency, and product performance


• Assist with production setup optimization, equipment changeovers, and forming parameter adjustments during production transitions


• Monitor process conditions and identify opportunities to improve product quality and operational stability


• Provide floor-level engineering support throughout a 24/7 manufacturing environment


• Work directly with operational leadership to address production, process, and equipment-related issues


• Develop and utilize data analysis to identify process trends, determine root causes, and support improvement initiatives


• Support troubleshooting efforts involving thermal processing, forming, annealing, material flow, and downstream manufacturing operations


• Maintain effective communication with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams


• Participate in continuous improvement and problem-solving activities focused on process capability, efficiency, and product quality


• Maintain a strong presence on the manufacturing floor and provide hands‑on technical support as needed


• Follow all safety procedures and maintain a safe and clean work environment


• Safely operate and work around elevated-temperature systems, machinery, and other industrial manufacturing equipment


• Utilize all required PPE and follow established environmental, health, and safety procedures