Process Engineer — Lean Plastics & Injection Molding

JMJ PHILLIP; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition reimbursement and professional

Employee assistance program

Flexible scheduling

Job summary

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking a Process Engineer to lead manufacturing process optimization, improve production performance, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. You will mentor technicians, coordinate tooling and equipment, and support new product launches to enable efficient, high-quality output.

Join a team focused on cost reduction, waste elimination, and process efficiency, with opportunities to impact the bottom line while advancing your engineering career in Grand Rapids.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent experience in plastics tech or engineering.
• 5+ years in plastics processing, injection molding, or manufacturing engineering.
• Strong analytical, leadership, and project management skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and manufacturing systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and OEE.
• Troubleshoot process issues and implement corrective actions in daily operations.
• Coordinate process changes to improve product quality and performance.
• Lead Lean initiatives and drive continuous improvement across teams.
• Mentor technicians and promote a safety-focused, collaborative culture.
• Support mold trials, process validation, and new product launches.
• Maintain process documentation and ensure compliance with standards.

Skills

Process optimization

Lean manufacturing

Data analysis

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Microsoft 365 proficiency

Education

Associate's degree in Plastics Technology or Engineering

Tools

Moldflow

ERP/EAM systems

Injection molding equipment

Job description

JMJ PHILLIP is seeking a Process Engineer to lead manufacturing process optimization, improve production performance, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-paced environment. You will mentor technicians, coordinate tooling and equipment, and support new product launches to enable efficient, high-quality output.

Join a team focused on cost reduction, waste elimination, and process efficiency, with opportunities to impact the bottom line while advancing your engineering career in Grand Rapids.