Position: Process Engineer

Shift: 1st | Hours: 6 AM 4 PMType: Full-Time | Mode: Direct PlacementPay Scale: $75-90,000/year (DOE)Industry: Manufacturing

Job Summary

Our client is seeking a Process Engineer with experience in a high-precision manufacturing environment. This individual will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes with a strong focus on CNC machining. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, analytical, and able to work cross-functionally to ensure continuous improvement in quality, efficiency, and safety.

Job Responsibilities

• Analyze, design, and implement manufacturing processes to support

  production and improve efficiencies.

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  Develop and maintain CNC machining processes and programs(primarily 5-axis) for new and existing parts.

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  Collaborate with machinists and production staff to troubleshoot process and tooling issues.
• Evaluate and improve tooling selection, speeds/feeds, and cutting strategies.

• Design and document standardized work instructions, setup sheets, and process flows.

• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to quality and process issues.

• Assist with new product introduction and ensure smooth transition from engineering to production.

• Recommend and lead process improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.

• Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to productivity, scrap, and downtime.

Requirements

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing 

  Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of process engineering experience in a CNC machining environment,
• Strong understanding of CNC programming (Mastercam or similar) and G-code.
• Familiarity with GD&T, blueprint reading, and precision measurement tools.
• Hands-on experience with manufacturing troubleshooting and process optimization.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.

• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

• Able to work on-site in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.