Process Engineer II

Collectors Universe, Inc.; California (MO); On-site; USD 72,000 - 91,588; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) matching

Flexible time-off

Company holidays

Employee discounts on grading services

Job summary

Collectors Universe, Inc. is seeking a Process Engineer II to lead design and optimization of manufacturing processes. You will partner with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing to improve efficiency, quality, and safety across facilities, with a strong emphasis on 5S and lean practices.

The role requires 4‑year engineering degree, 1–2 years in high-volume manufacturing, and solid PLC/automation exposure. Onsite in the US with some travel to vendors and other Collectors facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or related engineering.
• 1–2 years in high-volume manufacturing or industrial automation.
• Experience with 5S, Lean, JIT, or Kaizen approaches.
• Experience working with equipment vendors and suppliers.
• Familiar with tooling design and fixturing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel or similar.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop new manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Develop and stabilize existing processes across cross-functional teams.
• Coordinate equipment validation and implementation with cross-functional groups.
• Prepare and deliver engineering presentations internally and externally.
• Document process steps to ensure work standardization.
• Perform root-cause analysis for manufacturing issues and implement robust resolutions.
• Identify opportunities for product, equipment, and process improvements across facilities.
• Implement 5S and lean concepts in processes and workspaces.
• Test parts and machines and generate reports.
• Support maintenance and repair actions including validation and calibration verification.

Job description

Process Engineer II – Engineering & Quality

Collectors is the leading creator of innovative technology that provides value‑added services for collectors worldwide. We grade, authenticate, vault, and sell millions of record‑setting collectibles, all while modernizing and digitalizing the process to further our mission of helping collectors pursue their passions.

Onsite Requirement

This role requires onsite presence in the office 5 days per week, with occasional travel to vendors and other domestic and international Collectors facilities.

What You’ll Do

• Process design & development: replace current processes with more efficient, stable, and higher‑quality processes with cross‑functional teams.
• Process development: improve and stabilize existing processes.
• Equipment validation and implementation with cross‑functional groups.
• Prepare and deliver engineering‑related presentations internally and externally.
• Document process steps to ensure work standardization.
• Root‑cause analysis when manufacturing issues arise, working with Quality, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams to determine robust resolutions.
• Identify opportunities for product, equipment, and process improvements throughout Collectors’ facilities.
• Implement and recommend 5S and lean manufacturing concepts in processes and workspaces to increase efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Perform testing on sample parts and machines, generate reports.
• Support maintenance and equipment repair actions, including validation of repairs and verification of calibrations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Who You Are

• Hold a 4‑year Mechanical, Manufacturing, or similar Engineering degree.
• 1–2 years experience in high‑volume manufacturing or industrial automation.
• Experience with 5S, Lean, JIT, or Kaizen approaches.
• Experience working with equipment vendors and suppliers.
• Familiar with tooling design and fixturing.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel or similar skills.
• Strong problem‑solving skills.
• Curious and seeks to learn new processes, systems, and tools; asks questions to ensure understanding.
• Takes direction well; pays attention to detail; able to work in a deadline‑sensitive environment.

What Will Set You Apart

• Experience with PLCs, using Allen Bradley or Beckhoff.
• Experience in plastics welding (ultrasonic) and injection molding.
• Experience with machine vision systems, both hardware and software.
• Familiar with industrial safety standards and best practices.
• Capable of managing individual tasks and deadlines independently.
• Spanish or Japanese language skills are a plus.

Physical Requirements

• Sitting or standing for extended periods of time.
• Extended periods in office and warehouse settings.
• Hearing and vision within normal ranges.
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 lbs.
• Working around equipment and machinery; occasional exposure to machinery noise.
• Occasional exposure to warehouse temperatures and humidity.

Salary Range

$72,000 – $91,588 (actual compensation varies based on location, experience, and skill set).

Reasons To Join Us – Benefits

• Health Insurance: Medical, Dental, and Vision for full‑time employees.
• Fertility, commuter, and educational assistance benefits.
• 401(k) matching plan.
• Flexible time‑off and company paid holidays.
• Employee discounts on select grading services.
• Flexible hours and many teams offer flexible schedules.
• Fun working environment with celebrations, holiday events, and team building activities.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital or parental status, disability, veteran status, or any other class protected by applicable law. We believe that a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills will better serve the diverse community of collectors we support.

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