Process Engineer

Job Title: Process Engineer Job Description
The Process Engineer examines equipment, processes, operations, and procedures to identify and implement improvement opportunities in safety, quality, throughput, and cost. This role leads process development and optimization initiatives, supports production through troubleshooting and continuous improvement, and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to ensure equipment operates in like-new condition and manufacturing processes remain efficient, stable, and cost-effective.
Responsibilities
- Examine equipment, processes, operations, and procedures to identify opportunities for improvement in safety, quality, throughput, and cost.
- Implement process changes and modify operating standards to enhance performance and consistency.
- Evaluate vendor proposals for new equipment purchases and recommend appropriate solutions.
- Select and implement suitable manufacturing processes that support competitive product cost and quality.
- Apply modern organizational and manufacturing principles to streamline production and reduce waste.
- Identify and optimize current and new manufacturing processes using continuous improvement methodologies.
- Work closely with production and maintenance teams to ensure equipment operates in a like-new condition and meets performance expectations.
- Conduct capability studies to assess process performance and stability.
- Perform time studies to analyze and improve cycle times and labor efficiency.
- Develop and refine processes, including creating clear visual work instructions to support standardization.
- Provide ongoing production support and troubleshoot process issues to minimize downtime and defects.
- Drive cost reduction initiatives, including reducing scrap, rework, and cycle time.
- Specify tools, jigs, and fixtures required to support efficient and repeatable manufacturing processes.
- Coordinate projects from concept through implementation, ensuring timelines, deliverables, and quality targets are met.
- Handle daily troubleshooting activities to resolve operational and process-related problems promptly.
- Participate in continuous improvement events and initiatives to foster a culture of operational excellence.
Essential Skills
- Experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a closely related discipline.
- Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Understanding and practical application of Six Sigma or similar structured problem-solving approaches.
- Ability to conduct capability studies and perform time studies to evaluate and improve processes.
- Proficiency in process improvement techniques, including process mapping and optimization.
- Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action implementation.
- Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering, or equivalent combined related experience.
- Capability to take a project lead role and drive initiatives from concept to completion.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively across teams.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with aggressive deadlines while maintaining quality and accuracy.
- Detail-oriented mindset with the ability to understand and manage complex process interactions.
- Computer literacy with familiarity in Microsoft Office applications.
Additional Skills & Qualifications
- 24 years of engineering project experience in a metal manufacturing or finishing environment is preferred.
- Experience with lean manufacturing techniques, capability studies, process mapping, FMEA, and root cause analysis.
- Comfort working in a fast-moving, continuous improvement-focused culture.
- Experience specifying tools, jigs, and fixtures for manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of visual work instruction development to support standardized work.
- Proficiency in Creo and AutoCAD is a strong plus.
Work Environment
The Process Engineer works in a manufacturing environment focused on metal production and finishing, where continuous improvement, safety, and quality are top priorities. The role involves frequent interaction with production and maintenance teams on the shop floor to observe processes, assess equipment performance, and implement improvements. Typical work includes conducting studies and data analysis at a workstation using Microsoft Office, as well as using engineering design tools such as Creo and AutoCAD when developing or modifying tools, jigs, fixtures, and layouts. The environment is fast-paced and project-driven, with multiple concurrent initiatives and aggressive deadlines, requiring strong organization and adaptability. Standard professional attire appropriate for a manufacturing setting is expected, along with any site-specific safety gear as required by plant operations.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Manitowoc, WI.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $95000.00 - $105000.00/yr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related factors. Competitive benefits package, often featuring comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision) with coverage starting shortly after hiring. Employees generally enjoy a stable work environment with opportunities for overtime, 401(k) plans, paid time off.
Job Type & Location
This is a Permanent position based out of Manitowoc, WI.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Oct 28, 2026.
Workplace Type
This is a fully onsite position in Manitowoc,WI. About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 20,000 consultants and 5,000 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be an Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 500 Design Firm for our engineering design services and a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® winner for both client and talent service.

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