Process Engineer

Jobot; Wax (KY); On-site; USD 75,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance available

Health/dental/vision

401(K) + match

3 weeks PTO + 14 paid holidays

Life Insurance

Wellness programs

Job summary

Jobot is seeking a Process Engineer for a growing, industry-leading manufacturer. You’ll serve as the technical expert for manufacturing processes, working cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, and Program Management to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure successful product launches.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Plastics Engineering, and 3+ years of high-volume production experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Plastics Engineering, or related field.
• 3+ years in high-volume manufacturing environments.
• Experience with injection molding and automotive quality systems (APQP/PPAP/PFMEA/Control Plans).

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Support new product launches from concept through production, including process development and validation.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues using root cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce cycle time, scrap, and improve OEE.
• Analyze production data to identify opportunities to improve process capability.
• Lead documentation, work instructions, and control plans.
• Collaborate across Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, and PM.
• Support equipment selection, automation projects, and future capacity planning.
• Lead engineering changes, tooling improvements, and process validation activities.
• Train production personnel on process standards and best practices.

Skills

3+ years manufacturing engineering

Injection molding experience

Lean Manufacturing & CI

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

GD&T interpretation

Strong communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Plastics Engineering

Tools

APQP/PPAP

PFMEA/Control Plans

GDT interpretation

Automated equipment

Job description

Job details

Join a growing, industry-leading manufacturer where you'll drive new product launches, improve cutting-edge manufacturing processes, and make a real impact while enjoying outstanding career growth and competitive pay.

Salary: $75,000 - $90,000 per year

A bit about us

Are you an engineer who thrives on solving complex manufacturing challenges and making a measurable impact on production? We're partnering with a leading global manufacturer seeking a Process Engineer to play a critical role in launching new products, optimizing manufacturing processes, and driving continuous improvement in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment.

This is an opportunity to join a company investing heavily in advanced manufacturing, automation, and operational excellence while offering outstanding career growth and long-term stability.

Why join us

Key Perks

• Competitive salary
• Relocation assistance available
• Fortune 500-level health/medical/dental/vision
• 401(K) + match
• 3 weeks PTO + 14 paid holidays + option to purchase up to 6 weeks of additional vacation time
• Short, Long-Term and Life Insurance
• HSA+ FSA
• Employee Assistance Program + paid family leave
• Wellness programs!
• Discounts from preferred vendors
• Well-being Resources
• Professional training
• Opportunity for career advancement, working as part of an empowering workforce
• Warm & welcoming culture

much more!

Job Details

What You'll Do

As a Process Engineer, you'll serve as the technical expert for manufacturing processes, working cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, and Program Management to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure successful product launches.

Key responsibilities include

• Develop, optimize, and maintain manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
• Support new product launches from concept through production, including process development, validation, production trials, and launch activities.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing, tooling, and equipment issues using structured root cause analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on cycle time reduction, scrap reduction, throughput, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Analyze production data and identify opportunities to improve process capability and manufacturing performance.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, work instructions, process parameters, control plans, and standardized procedures.
• Partner with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Support equipment selection, automation projects, process improvements, and future capacity planning.
• Lead engineering changes, tooling improvements, and process validation activities.
• Train production personnel on process standards and best manufacturing practices.
• Participate in quality initiatives, audits, and continuous improvement projects while ensuring compliance with customer and industry standards.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Plastics Engineering, or a related field preferred.
• 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience in a high-volume production environment.
• Experience with injection molding or similar manufacturing processes strongly preferred.
• Background supporting new product launches, APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plans, or similar automotive quality systems.
• Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Experience improving manufacturing processes through Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Familiarity with automation, robotics, production equipment, and process optimization.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and project management abilities.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, technical specifications, and manufacturing documentation.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work across multiple departments.

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