Senior Industrial and Process Engineer - Manufacturing

Agiliti Health; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Agiliti Health is seeking a Senior Industrial and Process Engineer - Manufacturing to lead design and optimization of manufacturing lines and processes. The role bridges Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations to ensure scalable, high-quality production and smooth transitions from design to production.

Responsibilities include implementing Lean/Six Sigma projects, developing manufacturing plans with product teams, and mentoring engineering staff while coordinating with

Qualifications

• 7+ years in industrial/manufacturing/process engineering environments.
• Experience leading large-scale process improvement or facility optimization.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects involving Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
• Experience mentoring engineers, technicians, or project teams.
• Bachelor's degree in a related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Design and optimize assembly lines, manufacturing cells, and workstations to improve throughput, ergonomics, safety, quality, and material flow.
• Develop manufacturing plans in parallel with product development activities to ensure production readiness.
• Create and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Evaluate and implement tooling, fixtures, testing equipment, and automation solutions that improve efficiency and quality.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Support capacity planning, labor utilization analysis, and KPI development.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Industrial/Manufacturing/Mechanical/Process Eng

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

The Senior Industrial and Process Engineer - Manufacturing serves as a strategic technical leader and a critical link between Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality, and Operations to ensure successful product transitions from design through production. This role develops and executes manufacturing strategies that support scalable, efficient, and high-quality production while leading process improvement initiatives and providing technical guidance across the organization.

PRIMARY OBJECTIVES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and optimize assembly lines, manufacturing cells, and workstations to improve throughput, ergonomics, safety, quality, and material flow.
• Develop manufacturing plans in parallel with product development activities to ensure production readiness.
• Create and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Evaluate and implement tooling, fixtures, testing equipment, and automation solutions that improve operational efficiency and product quality.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other operational excellence methodologies.
• Support capacity planning, labor utilization analysis, line balancing, facility optimization, and KPI development.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and supplier partners to resolve manufacturing challenges and implement sustainable solutions while providing technical mentorship to engineering team members.
• Execute manufacturing and process improvement projects, including equipment vendor management, capital planning support, and manufacturing strategy development.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
• Seven or more years of progressive experience in industrial engineering, manufacturing engineering, or process engineering environments.
• Demonstrated experience leading large-scale manufacturing process improvement, facility optimization, or operational excellence initiatives.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects involving Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams.
• Experience mentoring engineers, technicians, or project teams.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Advanced knowledge of manufacturing methods, tooling, materials, equipment performance, and production systems.
• Ability to analyze complex manufacturing and operational challenges and develop effective solutions.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams, build consensus, and drive results.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate technical concepts to diverse audiences.
• Strong project management and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders, suppliers, and manufacturing partners.
• Commitment to operational excellence, efficiency, quality, and customer value.

DISCLAIMER

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee in this position. It is not intended to give all details or a step-by-step account of the way each procedure or task is performed. The incumbent is expected to perform other duties necessary for the effective operation of the department and the company.

It is the policy of Agiliti to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, status as a veteran, military service, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local civil rights laws. In addition, Agiliti will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Agiliti strictly prohibits any form of retaliation against individuals who make good faith reports of alleged violations of this policy or who cooperate in Agiliti's investigation of such reports.Affirmative Action Policy Statements

You may be required to obtain certain vaccinations, or provide proof of current vaccination status, based on customer and/or company requirements. If vaccination is required, Agiliti will provide specific directions and cover the expense at a participating clinic. Please note, this includes the COVID-19 vaccination.

Agiliti offers a robust suite of benefits for regular, full-time, non-union employees including: health insurance options for Medical, Dental & Vision plans, Short- and Long-Term Disability plans, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Life Insurance Options, Paid Time Off, 401K Saving Plan with employer match, Employee Discounts, Tuition Reimbursement, Daily Pay program, Employee Assistance Prog