Senior Process Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Taneytown (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Process Engineer to enhance manufacturing efficiency through lean methodologies. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, analyzing data to identify improvement opportunities, and ensuring product quality. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in process engineering, excellent communication skills, and a collaborative mindset. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will drive significant improvements and contribute to a culture of continuous enhancement. This position offers a unique opportunity to impact production processes positively while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Benefits

Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance

Employee Stock Ownership Program

Profit Sharing Bonus

Paid Holidays and Vacation

Maternity and Paternity Leave

Company-paid Life Insurance

Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of process engineering experience focusing on process improvement.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional project teams.
• Strong data collection and analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement lean manufacturing methodologies to improve quality.
• Collaborate with teams to promote design for manufacturing.
• Support plant safety personnel with safety incident investigations.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Process Improvement

Data Collection and Analysis

Interpersonal Communication

Technical Writing

Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Conflict Resolution

Time Management

Collaboration

Tools

2D AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Microsoft Project

Job description

Job Description

Basic Purpose of the Position

The individual in this position is responsible for developing and implementing lean manufacturing methodologies by identifying and eliminating waste in production to improve product quality, reduce lead times, and minimize costs. The ability to lead the application of these principles throughout Evapco’s production facilities and provide guidance to employ and maintain their effectiveness is essential.

Major Areas of Responsibility

1. Work with Evapco personnel (shop and office) to develop a detailed understanding of current processes and opportunities for improvement.
2. Collaborate with Product Development, Manufacturing Engineering, and Production staff during the design phase of new products to promote design for manufacturing.
3. Review shop efficiency and process data, identify improvement areas, present solutions, lead improvement initiatives, and validate results.
4. Assist with the development and improvement of standardized documentation for equipment and processes.
5. Identify and present opportunities for process optimization and automation.
6. Participate in process machinery design review meetings including Machine Risk Assessments.
7. Ensure adequate process documentation exists to support equipment commissioning, startup, and production handoff to facilitate employee training.
8. Design and optimize manufacturing facility layouts to improve workflow and minimize bottlenecks.
9. Work closely with production and maintenance staff to maximize machine uptime by minimizing the impact of maintenance activities and tool changes.
10. Support plant safety personnel with safety incident investigations and remediation.
11. Ensure part and product quality requirements are documented and understood, and that machine/process outputs conform to these requirements.
12. Assist quality personnel with reviewing nonconformity data (internal and external) and implementing solutions to prevent recurrence.
13. Support product costing initiatives related to fabrication labor and processes.
14. Communicate and report study/analysis findings along with supporting details for investment justification/ROI.

Requirements

• 5-8 years of process engineering experience focusing on process improvement utilizing lean manufacturing principles and methods.
• Proven experience leading cross-functional project teams.
• Understanding and experience conducting machinery risk assessments.
• Strong data collection and analysis skills.
• Excellent interpersonal communication skills, including listening and speaking clearly in English.
• Superb technical writing skills.
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to influence individuals at all levels.
• Exceptional time management skills and ability to multi-task.
• Collaborative approach to thought and action to meet key objectives.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.
• Conflict resolution and diplomacy skills.
• Proficiency in 2D AutoCAD; 3D modeling experience is a plus.
• Adequate skills with Microsoft Office and Microsoft Project.
• Willingness to travel internationally.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• Manufacturing environment with both shop and office presence.
• Intermittent standing, squatting, bending, pulling, and lifting throughout the workday.
• Infrequent lifting of up to 50 lbs.
• Wear PPE when required in manufacturing and construction areas.
• Standard working hours are 8:30 am – 5:00 pm, Monday to Friday, with some flexibility.
• Domestic and international travel are required.

Evapco’s Summary of Pay & Benefits

• Salary range includes base pay and recent profit sharing bonuses.
• Medical, Vision, & Dental Insurance.
• Employee Stock Ownership Program – we are an employee-owned company.
• Profit Sharing Bonus – paid twice per year.
• Pretax Savings & Investment Plan.
• Paid Holidays, Vacation, Maternity, and Paternity Leave.
• Bereavement Pay.
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance, with options for Supplemental Life coverage.
• Sick Leave and Long-Term Disability.