Senior Manufacturing Process Improvement Specialist

Socket.dev; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Annual bonus

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Collaborative environment

Job summary

Powell Industries is seeking a Senior Process Improvement Specialist to support fab or assembly activities in a high‑mix manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes productivity, quality, and process execution, with initiatives managed in collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities include root-cause analysis, tool and fixture improvement, and training development. The position operates on a 2nd shift with a 4‑10 schedule and competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED; Associate degree preferred.
• 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Must have a basic command of English, both written and verbal.
• Weld credentials and ability to program/troubleshoot automated and robotic equipment.
• Ability to read electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic schematics and mechanical drawings.
• Knowledge of ISO 9000 Quality system.
• Experience with PCs and Windows software.

Responsibilities

• Support fab or assembly activities such as productivity, quality, and execution of fabrication or assembly processes.
• Lead improvement initiatives for fabrication/assembly operation processes.
• Perform root cause analysis and provide solutions with sustainment plans.
• Produce and maintain DMRs and drawing changes in collaboration with ME.
• Assist with equipment and systems troubleshooting and training

Skills

Weld credentials

CNC programming

Read schematics

ISO 9000 experience

English proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED; Associate degree preferred

Tools

Amada Turrets

Laser cutting machines

Cincinnati Press Brakes

EVO

KOIKE

EHRT

Franklin

Bradbury Rollformer

Pivatic

Job description

Powell Industries is seeking a Senior Process Improvement Specialist to support fab or assembly activities in a high‑mix manufacturing environment. The role emphasizes productivity, quality, and process execution, with initiatives managed in collaboration with Manufacturing Engineering.

Responsibilities include root-cause analysis, tool and fixture improvement, and training development. The position operates on a 2nd shift with a 4‑10 schedule and competitive benefits.