Process Engineer

Process Engineer
Springfield, Ohio
Build Better Processes. Drive Real Change. Make an Immediate Impact.
Are you an engineer who enjoys solving manufacturing challenges, improving efficiency, and seeing your ideas implemented in a production environment?
We're seeking a hands-on Process Engineer to join our Springfield, Ohio manufacturing team. In this role, you'll lead process improvement initiatives, support new product introductions, partner with operations and maintenance teams, and help shape the future of our manufacturing processes.
This is an opportunity to take ownership of meaningful projects, work directly with plant leadership, and make a visible impact on safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. Whether you're leading process improvements on the production floor or supporting capital and equipment upgrades, your work will directly influence plant success.
What You'll Do

Identify and implement manufacturing process improvements that increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
Analyze production data and manufacturing trends to uncover opportunities for operational excellence.
Troubleshoot process, equipment, and production issues while working closely with Operations and Maintenance teams.
Support new product trials, product launches, and scale-up activities.
Lead and participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
Develop work instructions, procedures, and process documentation to support safe and efficient operations.
Collaborate with Quality, Production, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to drive sustainable improvements.
Assist with equipment evaluations, upgrades, and process optimization projects.
Mentor team members and promote best practices throughout the facility.

What Makes You Successful

You enjoy being on the manufacturing floor and working directly with operations teams.
You have a passion for problem-solving and continuous improvement.
You are comfortable balancing technical analysis with hands-on execution.
You communicate effectively across departments and organizational levels.
You thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment where every day presents new challenges.

Qualifications
Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
Three or more years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
Strong troubleshooting and root-cause analysis skills.
Excellent communication and project management abilities.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.

Preferred

Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma experience.
Web handling experience.
Extrusion coating experience.
Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
Experience supporting capital projects and equipment improvements