Process Engineer - Drive Manufacturing Optimization

Maker's Pride; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Maker's Pride is seeking a Process Engineer to drive process improvements across manufacturing lines. You will analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and implement countermeasures to boost operating capability and sustainability while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will support commercialization and capital project planning, collaborating with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to deliver cost reductions and enhanced throughput.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years in Process Improvement/Lean manufacturing; food packaging or similar.
• GMPs/HACCP/SQF knowledge preferred; Six Sigma Green/Black Belt a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize manufacturing processes across areas.
• Drive cost reductions while improving safety, quality, and throughput.
• Analyze data, interpret results, and present to management.
• Support capital projects planning and execution with Project Engineers.
• Train teams on new processes and equipment commissioning.
• Ensure GMPs and safety/environmental compliance.

Skills

Excellent communication

Data-driven problem solving

Change leadership

Autonomy

Strong technical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Minitab

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Maker's Pride is seeking a Process Engineer to drive process improvements across manufacturing lines. You will analyze data, troubleshoot issues, and implement countermeasures to boost operating capability and sustainability while upholding safety and quality standards.

You will support commercialization and capital project planning, collaborating with Engineering, Maintenance, and Operations to deliver cost reductions and enhanced throughput.