Process Engineer | Manufacturing

Michael Page; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus opportunity

PTO and vacation offerings

Investment in people and operations

Job summary

MPI is seeking a Process Engineer to join a growing manufacturing organization focused on optimizing production processes, improving operational efficiency, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the business.

The role involves leading process improvements for custom generator enclosures, fuel tanks, and electrical housings, with exposure to ERP, MES, and SCADA systems, and a strong emphasis on Lean/Six Sigma methodologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field
• 5+ years in manufacturing/process engineering/continuous improvement
• Experience with ERP, MES, and/or SCADA systems
• Proven project management experience in manufacturing operations
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to drive process improvements in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, throughput, and quality
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, waste reduction, and process optimization
• Support implementation and enhancements of ERP, MES, and SCADA systems
• Identify process bottlenecks and develop solutions to improve operational performance
• Manage and execute manufacturing improvement projects from planning through implementation
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and leadership teams to drive operational excellence
• Develop process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
• Utilize data analysis and reporting tools to support decision-making and performance improvements
• Ensure manufacturing processes align with quality and regulatory requirements
• Support process automation and manufacturing technology initiatives as needed

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving

Project management

Effective communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP

MES

SCADA

Process simulation tools

Data analysis tools

ISO 9001 knowledge

Job description

We are seeking a Process Engineer to join a rapidly growing manufacturing organization focused on optimizing production processes, improving operational efficiency, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives across the business. This is a newly created position driven by company growth and offers the opportunity to help build and shape a developing process engineering function.

Our client is a family-owned manufacturing organization that has experienced significant growth in recent years, expanding its workforce by hundreds of employees while continuing to invest in its operations and infrastructure. The company designs and manufactures custom generator enclosures, fuel tanks, and electrical housings that support critical backup power and infrastructure systems

Description

• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, throughput, and quality
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on productivity, waste reduction, and process optimization
• Support implementation and enhancement of ERP, MES, and SCADA systems
• Identify process bottlenecks and develop solutions to improve operational performance
• Manage and execute manufacturing improvement projects from planning through implementation
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and leadership teams to drive operational excellence
• Develop process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures
• Utilize data analysis and reporting tools to support decision-making and performance improvements
• Ensure manufacturing processes align with quality and regulatory requirements
• Support process automation and manufacturing technology initiatives as needed

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing, production, process engineering, or continuous improvement environments
• Experience working with ERP, MES, and/or SCADA systems
• Proven project management experience within manufacturing operations
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
• Ability to drive process improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Six Sigma Certification
• Experience with process simulation and data analysis tools
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or other quality management systems
• Experience with process control and manufacturing automation technologies
• Background in fabrication, industrial manufacturing, or engineered products environments

Job Offer

• Salary range: $80,000 - $100,000
• Bonus opportunity
• PTO and vacation offerings
• Opportunity to join a growing organization with significant investment in people and operations

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.