Process Engineering Lead — Lean, CI & Manufacturing Excellence

Melling-Too; Blackman Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Melling-Too in Jackson, MI is seeking a Process Engineering Manager to lead and develop the process engineering team to drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, quality enhancement, cost reduction, and productivity improvements across manufacturing operations.

This role manages process optimization initiatives, supports new product and equipment implementation, and ensures manufacturing processes meet safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent preferred.
• 7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of leadership or management experience.
• Proven success leading process improvement and operational excellence initiatives.
• Excellent problem solving, analytical and decision-making skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient with data analysis tools, ERP systems and Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of process engineers and technical professionals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, cost, productivity, and throughput.
• Develop, implement, and maintain standardized process documentation, work instructions, and operating procedures.
• Manage process validation, capability studies, and root cause analysis activities.
• Lead cross-functional projects involving process improvements, equipment upgrades, automation, and facility expansions.
• Collaborate with production and quality teams to reduce scrap, rework, downtime, and variability.
• Evaluate manufacturing equipment’s performance and recommend enhancements or capital investments.
• Support new product launches, process transfers, and production scale-up activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, environmental requirements, and company policies.
• Monitor KPIs and develop action plans to improve operational performance.
• Coordinate with suppliers, contractors, and external partners as needed.
• Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Skills

Leadership

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Problem solving

Analytical thinking

Communication

Data analysis

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Melling-Too in Jackson, MI is seeking a Process Engineering Manager to lead and develop the process engineering team to drive operational excellence, continuous improvement, quality enhancement, cost reduction, and productivity improvements across manufacturing operations.

This role manages process optimization initiatives, supports new product and equipment implementation, and ensures manufacturing processes meet safety, quality, delivery, and efficiency objectives.