Process Engineering Manager MRPC Headquarters

Mrpcorp; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Professional development assistance

Relocation assistance

Retirement plan

Tuition reimbursement

Vision insurance

Job summary

MRPC, based in Butler, WI, is seeking a Process Engineering Manager to lead the process engineering team in developing and validating manufacturing methods for medical products, with emphasis on molding and LSR. You will drive continuous improvement through scientific molding and data-driven problem solving.

The role partners with Manufacturing, Quality, Applications Engineering, and Sales/Marketing to ensure compliant, scalable production and successful technology transfers across plants.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent in process development or related field.
• RJG Master Molder I or II or equivalent scientific molding certification (e.g., Paulson ProMolder).
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control and Design Of Experiments.
• Demonstrated leadership and ability to influence across functions.

Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and manage the process engineering staff.
• Drive SQDC philosophy and continuous improvement in molding processes.
• Develop processes, work instructions, and methods supporting IQ/OQ/PQ and validated manufacture.
• Ensure ISO 13485 compliance and regulatory/customer requirements are met.
• Lead technology transfer to other plants with standard work and training.
• Prepare cost estimates and coordinate with multiple departments.

Skills

Leadership

Statistical Process Control

Design Of Experiments

Project management

Education

Bachelor of Science in Engineering

RJG Master Molder I/II or equivalent certification

Tools

IQMS/MRP system

Document control discipline

Job description

Description

Process Engineering Manager

Location: Butler, WI

Position Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Sponsorship and relocation are not available for this position.

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Position Summary

Under the direction of the Director of Operations, the Process Engineering Manager leads the Process Engineering team in developing, validating, and improving manufacturing methods for medical products, with strong emphasis on molding processes including Liquid Silicone Rubber (LSR). This role drives continuous improvement through scientific molding principles and data-driven problem solving, ensures process documentation and validation activities align with ISO 13485 requirements, and partners cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Application Engineering, and Sales/Marketing. The Process Engineering Manager is also accountable for qualifying processes at headquarters and effectively transferring standardized, capable processes to other plants to support safe, compliant, and scalable production. This role requires a strong bias for action, leaders who not only identify gaps, but who own solutions and proactively improve operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, supervise, and manage the process engineering staff.
• Lead by example, and drive SQDC philosophy.
• Through deployment of scientific molding principles, develop processes, work instructions, and techniques supporting Installation, Operational and Performance Qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ) and robust manufacture of specific products.
• Ensure process development, validation, and documentation activities comply with ISO 13485 and regulatory/customer requirements where applicable.
• Lead process qualification at headquarters and drive effective technology transfer to other plants, including standard work, training, and sustainment plans to ensure consistent performance.
• Compile and organize specifications relative to engineering and design.
• Calculate and prepare data to develop cost estimates and quotations for piece parts and required tooling, coordinate information with manufacturing, sales, tooling, quality, and material control departments.
• Prepare and validate data for electronic processing, perform required calculations, and monitor outputs for accuracy.
• Develop processes and production standards which meet quality specifications.
• Provide cross-functional technical support to Manufacturing, Sales, and Quality Assurance to ensure capable, compliant processes and timely issue resolution.
• Build and maintain development plans for Process Engineers; support the training, mentorship, and skill development of Process Technicians in partnership with Manufacturing leadership.
• Analyze and resolve manufacturing and customer issues relating to processing.
• Prepare reports and maintain accurate records, files, and procedural documentation.
• Identify, evaluate, and source vendors and equipment aligned with product, process, and quality requirements.
• Stay current on engineering and processing advancements relevant to the company’s products, and assess applicability to improve safety, quality, and performance.
• Lead and sustain significant continuous improvement (CI) projects to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

Qualifications

• Preferred: Bachelor of Science Degree or equivalent or relevant experience in process development using scientific principles.
• RJG Master Molder I or II (preferred) or equivalent scientific molding certification (e.g., Paulson ProMolder).
• Command of Statistical Process Control and Design Of Experiments.
• Departmental leadership and a preference to lead through influence, saving authority for rare circumstances.
• Hands on record keeping in IQMS or another significant MRP system coupled with strong document control discipline.
• Strong project management that delivers objectives timely and keeps stakeholders informed.

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Relocation assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Plastics injection molding: 5 years (Required)
• Manufacturing: 5 years (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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