Process Engineer: Lean & Continuous Improvement Specialist

Actalent; Manitowoc (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Process Engineer in Manitowoc, WI to lead process development and optimization. You will examine equipment and procedures to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost, while collaborating with production and maintenance to keep equipment in like-new condition.

The role requires strong lean and Six Sigma experience, capability and time studies, and the ability to drive projects from concept to completion in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

Qualifications

• Engineering degree in a relevant field with hands-on manufacturing experience.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience with Six Sigma or structured problem-solving approaches.
• Ability to conduct capability studies and time studies.
• Proficiency in process mapping and optimization.
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Examine equipment, processes, operations, and procedures to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, throughput, and cost.
• Implement process changes and modify operating standards to enhance performance and consistency.
• Evaluate vendor proposals for new equipment purchases and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Select and implement suitable manufacturing processes that support competitive product cost and quality.
• Apply modern organizational and manufacturing principles to streamline production and reduce waste.
• Identify and optimize current and new manufacturing processes using continuous improvement methodologies.
• Work closely with production and maintenance teams to ensure equipment operates in a like-new condition and meets performance expectations.
• Conduct capability studies to assess process performance and stability.
• Perform time studies to analyze and improve cycle times and labor efficiency.
• Develop and refine processes, including creating clear visual work instructions to support standardization.
• Provide ongoing production support and troubleshoot process issues to minimize downtime and defects.
• Drive cost reduction initiatives, including reducing scrap, rework, and cycle time.
• Specify tools, jigs, and fixtures required to support efficient and repeatable manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate projects from concept through implementation, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and quality targets are met.
• Handle daily troubleshooting activities to resolve operational and process-related problems promptly.
• Participate in continuous improvement events and initiatives to foster a culture of operational excellence.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Process improvement

Capability studies

Time studies

Root cause analysis

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Eng

Tools

Creo

AutoCAD

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Process Engineer in Manitowoc, WI to lead process development and optimization. You will examine equipment and procedures to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost, while collaborating with production and maintenance to keep equipment in like-new condition.

The role requires strong lean and Six Sigma experience, capability and time studies, and the ability to drive projects from concept to completion in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.