Process Engineer: Lean Manufacturing & Process Optimization

Actalent; Ripon (WI); On-site; USD 95,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Actalent is seeking a Process Engineer to drive process development, optimization, and cost improvements in a metal-focused manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure equipment remains like-new and processes stay efficient and stable.

Responsibilities include conducting capability/time studies, supporting troubleshooting, and creating clear visual work instructions to standardize operations and reduce waste.

Qualifications

• Experience in manufacturing engineering and process engineering.
• Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement knowledge.
• Six Sigma or structured problem-solving approach.
• Capability studies and time studies proficiency.
• Process mapping and optimization skills.
• Root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Project lead capability from concept to completion.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Ability to multitask under aggressive deadlines.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Examine equipment, processes, operations, and procedures to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, throughput, and cost.
• Lead process development and optimization initiatives, support production through troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• 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.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Process engineering

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Creo

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/ Chemical/ Manufacturing/ Industrial Engineering

Tools

Creo

AutoCAD

Job description

Actalent is seeking a Process Engineer to drive process development, optimization, and cost improvements in a metal-focused manufacturing environment. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure equipment remains like-new and processes stay efficient and stable.

Responsibilities include conducting capability/time studies, supporting troubleshooting, and creating clear visual work instructions to standardize operations and reduce waste.