Process Engineer — Manufacturing Process Optimization

Versique; Moorhead (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

Health savings account

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Versique is seeking a Process Engineer to develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes for prototype through production in a west-central Minnesota facility.

You will collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to boost productivity, quality, and efficiency on the shop floor, while guiding documentation and training.

This on-site role requires hands-on problem solving, strong analytical skills, and a bachelor’s degree with 5–10 years of experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, manufacturing, business, or a related field preferred; equivalent hands‑on manufacturing experience will also be considered.
• 5–10 years of hands‑on experience in a manufacturing or process engineering environment.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Experience working in a high‑volume or complex manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated ability to develop, implement, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Experience troubleshooting manufacturing and quality issues.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Experience working with manufacturing software, production monitoring systems, or ERP/MES systems.
• Ability to read and follow work instructions, procedures, and technical documentation.
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to identify defects, inconsistencies, and non-conformances.
• Ability to work effectively with engineering, production, quality, and other cross‑functional teams.
• Hands‑on, practical approach to problem‑solving with the ability to work directly on the manufacturing floor.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Work with engineering and production teams to establish effective manufacturing methods and process parameters.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and operating procedures.
• Establish, monitor, and maintain process parameters to ensure consistent production and process control.
• Verify production setups and provide hands‑on support when needed.
• Develop and maintain methods for measuring and tracking continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure products meet established quality standards and customer requirements.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues and implement effective corrective actions.
• Analyze and resolve complex manufacturing and process‑related problems.
• Collaborate with customer and internal engineering teams to improve product manufacturability.
• Identify and implement process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, improve quality, and lower manufacturing costs.
• Evaluate manufacturing processes for profitability, efficiency, capacity, and overall effectiveness.
• Participate in quality and continuous improvement programs as assigned.
• Support the development and training of manufacturing personnel.
• Promote a positive, collaborative work environment.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Hands-on on the shop floor

Cross-functional teamwork

Strong attention to detail

Experience in high-volume/complex mnfg

Proficiency with Excel/Word

Ability to read work instructions

Manufacturing process development

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MES systems

Manufacturing software

Job description

Versique is seeking a Process Engineer to develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes for prototype through production in a west-central Minnesota facility.

You will collaborate with engineering, production, and quality teams to boost productivity, quality, and efficiency on the shop floor, while guiding documentation and training.

This on-site role requires hands-on problem solving, strong analytical skills, and a bachelor’s degree with 5–10 years of experience.