Process Engineer - Body

Zing Recruiting; Warsaw (IN); On-site; USD 114,000 - 143,000; Full time

Job summary

Zing Recruiting is partnered with a top automotive company in Warsaw, IN to hire a Process Engineer – Body. This role supports manufacturing operations in a fast-paced plant, driving continuous improvement of processes, safety, quality, and cost performance.

Responsibilities include designing and optimizing processes, conducting time studies, line balancing, implementing lean methods (Kaizen, 5S, SMED), and improving layout and material flow to maximize OEE and minimize scrap.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• 12+ years of related automotive manufacturing experience with a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years with a Master's degree, or 5+ years with a PhD.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ERP systems.
• Automotive OEM experience preferred.
• Experience with Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Conduct time studies, work measurements, and line balancing.
• Implement lean manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen, 5S, and SMED methodologies.
• Design plant layouts, workstation ergonomics, and material flow systems.
• Optimize internal logistics, material handling processes, and Kanban systems.
• Ensure efficient space utilization and workflow throughout the facility.
• Analyze production capacity and forecast manufacturing requirements.
• Plan manpower, equipment, and tooling needs for new and existing programs.
• Support capital equipment investment decisions and implementation.
• Perform process cost analysis and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on waste reduction and productivity enhancement.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators including cycle time, OEE, and scrap rates.
• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with quality standards and requirements.
• Integrate ergonomic and safety principles into process design.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for process-related defects.
• Participate in DFA/DM and launch readiness; develop FP FMEAs, work instructions, and SOPs.

Skills

Leadership

Automotive knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical mindset

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Office

Production planning software

Job description

Process Engineer – Body Warsaw, IN | Direct Hire-Days | $114,-143K (based on experience) | Great Benefits

Zing Recruiting is partnered with a top up-and-coming company in the automotive industry in Warsaw, IN. We are seeking a Process Engineer – Body to join their growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and play a key role in optimizing production processes, improving efficiency, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives.

Notice

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship now or in the future.

The Process Engineer – Body is responsible for analyzing, designing, and improving manufacturing processes to maximize efficiency, quality, safety, and cost performance. This role applies industrial engineering principles to optimize labor utilization, material flow, equipment efficiency, and production systems while supporting new product launches, capacity expansion, and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will work closely with manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and automation teams to drive data-based decisions and deliver sustainable operational improvements.

Key Responsibilities

Process Design & Optimization

• Develop and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency and reduce costs.
• Conduct time studies, work measurements, and line balancing activities.
• Implement lean manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen, 5S, and SMED methodologies.

Layout & Material Flow

• Design plant layouts, workstation ergonomics, and material flow systems.
• Optimize internal logistics, material handling processes, and Kanban systems.
• Ensure efficient space utilization and workflow throughout the facility.

Capacity Planning & Resource Management

• Analyze production capacity and forecast manufacturing requirements.
• Plan manpower, equipment, and tooling needs for new and existing programs.
• Support capital equipment investment decisions and implementation.

Cost Analysis & Continuous Improvement

• Perform process cost analysis and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Lead continuous improvement projects focused on waste reduction and productivity enhancement.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators including cycle time, OEE, and scrap rates.

Quality & Safety Integration

• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with quality standards and requirements.
• Integrate ergonomic and safety principles into process design.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for process-related defects.

New Program Support

• Participate in Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/A) reviews.
• Support product launch readiness and validate process capability.
• Develop Process FMEAs, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.

Qualifications/Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field preferred.
• 12+ years of related automotive manufacturing experience with a Bachelor's degree, 8+ years with a Master's degree, or 5+ years with a PhD.
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ERP systems.
• Automotive OEM experience preferred.
• Experience with Just-In-Time (JIT) manufacturing environments.

Skills

• Strong leadership skills with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Knowledge of automotive manufacturing processes and production systems.
• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and production planning software.
• Strong analytical and continuous improvement mindset.

Working Conditions

• Manufacturing plant environment.
• Exposure to moving machinery and industrial noise.

Zing Recruiting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.