Manufacturing Process Engineer ​/ Operations Specialist

Manufacturing Process Engineer / Operations Specialist

Location:

Portland Metro Area, OR Pay: $27–29/hr doe

Schedule:

Full-Time | Day Shift

Who We Are:

We are partnering with a growing manufacturing company that takes pride in innovation, process improvement, and operational excellence. This team values employees who are hands-on, collaborative, and excited to make a real impact on the production floor.

They are currently seeking a Manufacturing Process Engineer / Operations Specialist to support ongoing efforts focused on quality improvement, workflow efficiency, waste reduction, and process consistency across manufacturing operations.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys problem solving, data analysis, process improvement, and working closely with production teams to create real operational change.

What You’ll Do:

Support ongoing manufacturing process improvement initiatives across production operations

Work closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to identify process inefficiencies and opportunities for improvement

Observe workflows and assist in implementing Lean manufacturing initiatives

Partner with the Production Manager to identify waste, downtime, process variation, and operational bottlenecks

Help develop and implement strategies to improve efficiency, consistency, and throughput

Collect, track, and organize production data including:

Cycle times

Scrap rates

Downtime

Throughput metrics

Analyze trends and estimate the impact of operational improvements

Communicate findings and recommendations to leadership and production teams

Assist with workflow standardization and process documentation

Support quality improvement and continuous improvement projects on the manufacturing floor

Maintain a hands-on presence within operations and production environments

What’s In It for You:

Opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing operations

Hands-on role with visibility to leadership and production teams

Collaborative environment focused on continuous improvement

Great opportunity for someone looking to grow within manufacturing operations or process engineering

Stable company with long-term growth potential

What You Need to Have:

Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving abilities

Interest or experience in manufacturing process improvement and Lean principles

Ability to analyze production data and identify trends

Strong communication and teamwork skills

Comfortable working directly on the production floor in a hands-on environment

Ability to balance observation, execution, and process support responsibilities

Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and data tracking

Detail-oriented mindset with strong organizational skills

Preferred:

Experience with in manufacturing, production, engineering, or operations environments

Exposure to Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement methodologies

Background in process engineering, mechanical systems, industrial operations, or chemistry-related manufacturing

Experience collecting and analyzing production metrics

Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Chemistry, or related field

Experience working with production teams to implement workflow improvements

The Musts:

We are looking for someone who enjoys being on the floor, solving problems, and making processes better. This is not a sit-behind-a-desk engineering role. The ideal candidate will be hands-on, observant, analytical, and motivated to improve operations through teamwork and practical solutions.

If you are someone who likes figuring out how things work, identifying inefficiencies, and helping teams operate at a higher level, we would love to talk with you.

Next Steps:

Please respond directly to this posting with an updated resume to be considered for an interview!

For more information, contact:
Lauren  or Rahma
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