Process Engineer: Lean, Automation & Continuous Improvement

Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc.; Cloverdale (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Westport Axle Co., a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc., is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer in Cloverdale, VA to drive operational excellence across production support, warehousing, and material flow. You will identify opportunities, implement standards, and monitor metrics to deliver measurable cost reductions and quality improvements.

Collaborating with operations, maintenance, quality, and customer teams, you will lead Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives, create

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or related field.
• 1–5 years of engineering, manufacturing, warehousing, logistics, or process improvement experience.
• Experience in automotive, manufacturing, distribution, or logistics environments preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate data and develop practical solutions.
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience creating process documentation, work instructions, and process flow maps.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work cross-functionally.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications.
• Experience with WMS, ERP systems, or operational reporting tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Analyze operational workflows, production support processes, and material flow to identify improvements.
• Develop and implement process improvements focusing on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
• Create and maintain standard work instructions, process documentation, and SOPs.
• Monitor key metrics and use data analysis to drive performance.
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support warehouse layout optimization, inventory flow improvements, and labor utilization.
• Partner with operations, maintenance, quality, and customer teams to resolve process challenges.
• Assist with new program launches, expansions, and process integration.
• Lead continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, etc.
• Track and report project results to ensure measurable benefits.
• Support customer requirements and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

WMS

ERP systems

Operational reporting tools

Job description

Westport Axle Co., a subsidiary of Universal Logistics Holdings, Inc., is seeking a Process Improvement Engineer in Cloverdale, VA to drive operational excellence across production support, warehousing, and material flow. You will identify opportunities, implement standards, and monitor metrics to deliver measurable cost reductions and quality improvements.

Collaborating with operations, maintenance, quality, and customer teams, you will lead Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives, create