Senior Process Engineering & Continuous Improvement Leader

American Trim; Sidney (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

American Trim is seeking a Process Engineer in Ohio to champion lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement across departments. You will guide cross-functional teams from quoting to production, ensuring smooth transitions and cost-effective operations.

You will evaluate tooling, equipment, and automation strategies to boost efficiency, conduct lead time studies and labor analyses, and drive process optimization across the plant.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in industrial engineering, cost estimating, or process optimization.
• Proven track record leading projects and mentoring teams.
• Advanced knowledge of time studies, cost modeling, lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement tools.
• Proficiency with ERP/MRP systems, cost estimating software, and Excel.
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement programs across departments.
• Direct cross-functional teams during new product launches, ensuring smooth transition from quoting to production.
• Evaluate and recommend tooling, equipment, and automation strategies to improve efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Lead time studies, workflow analyses, and labor utilization projects to drive process efficiency.
• Provide technical support on cost estimates and prepare accurate quotes.
• Maintain and refine quoting standards, databases, and assumptions.
• Lead executive-level reporting on improvement opportunities.
• Develop short-term and long-term strategies for operations.
• Document best practices and create standardized processes for quoting and IE activities.
• Understand technical, quotation, process, and management aspects of the business.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

Time studies

Cost modeling

Leadership

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering or related field

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Cost estimating software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

American Trim is seeking a Process Engineer in Ohio to champion lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement across departments. You will guide cross-functional teams from quoting to production, ensuring smooth transitions and cost-effective operations.

You will evaluate tooling, equipment, and automation strategies to boost efficiency, conduct lead time studies and labor analyses, and drive process optimization across the plant.