Manufacturing Process Engineer

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Req No.

Category Customer Service/Support

Location

US-IL-Bartonville

Type Regular Full-Time

Union or Non-Union Non-Union

Division Power Systems

Company Altorfer Inc

Monday - Friday 6:00am - 2:30pm

The Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for developing, documenting, and improving the assembly processes used across Altorfer's Data Center and Refurb Packaging operations. This role works closely with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams to define standard work, enhance process capability, reduce variation, and improve overall assembly performance. The Packaging Process Specialist monitors process metrics, evaluates workflow effectiveness, and leads continuous improvement efforts to strengthen consistency, efficiency, and product quality across all packaging assembly operations.

* Develop, document, and maintain standard work, process instructions, and workflow documentation for Data Center and Refurb packaging assembly operations.

* Partner with Production to analyze current assembly processes, identify bottlenecks or variation, and implement improvements that enhance efficiency, quality, and safety.

* Establish and maintain process control plans, PFMEAs, and other process engineering artifacts to support stable, repeatable assembly processes.

* Monitor and analyze process performance metrics (e.g., takt time, cycle time, rework, throughput) to identify trends and improvement opportunities.

* Lead continuous improvement projects related to assembly process optimization, waste reduction, and operational consistency.

* Conduct process audits to verify adherence to standard work and identify gaps or training needs.

* Implement error-proofing strategies and assist in developing fixtures, tools, or process aids that improve assembly consistency and reduce rework.

* Provide training and support to Production teams on new or revised processes, documentation, and improvement initiatives.

* Support ISO 9001 process documentation requirements, internal audits, and continuous improvement activities.

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Operations, Industrial Technology, or related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

* Experience in manufacturing, assembly process development, industrial engineering, or continuous improvement roles.

* Familiarity with process engineering tools such as PFMEA, control plans, time studies, and standard work.

* Working knowledge of Lean concepts, Kaizen, 5S, and structured problem-solving methods.

* Strong analytical skills with the ability to measure, interpret, and improve process performance.

* Effective communication and collaboration skills when working with Production, Engineering, and Quality teams.

* Proficiency with Microsoft Office; experience with Excel, Power BI, or CAD tools is a plus.

* Ability to lead improvement initiatives and support multiple projects simultaneously.

Altorfer Inc. offers an industry leading compensation and benefit package:

Health, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance

• 401(k)
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave and Funeral Leave
• Paid Time Off:
  Prorated 80 hours of PTO + 1 Floating Holiday
• Education Assistance
• Personal Tool Insurance, and Safety Equipment Reimbursement
• Voluntary Benefits:
  Supplemental Insurance, Accident, Critical and Hospital Indemnity Insurance, Legal Assistance and Identity & Fraud Protection

Payrate: $55,000 - $80,000 annually

USD $55,000.00/Yr.

USD $80,000.00/Yr.

This position works primarily in an office environment with routine visits to production, packaging, and refurbish operations. The role may involve sitting for extended periods, using a computer or phone, and occasional travel between Altorfer locations. The individual must be able to walk, bend, or lift up to 20 lbs as necessary and must wear appropriate PPE when working in operational areas.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a…