Process Engineer

29 Hanover Road
Florham Park, NJ 07932, USA

LAPP is a family-owned company headquartered in Stuttgart and a global leader in cable and connection technology. Founded in 1959, we are still fully family-owned today. With around 5,800 employees, we are operating in over 80 countries – globally connected and regionally rooted. Working at LAPP means more: this is where inventive spirit and a hands‑on mentality meet cherished values and tradition.

We offer all employees the freedom to develop and pursue new opportunities. Flexibility and personal responsibility are just as important to us as a family‑friendly work environment. We value all our colleagues with their talents, ideas and perspectives.

Summary: Under the general direction of the Engineering Manager, this position develops and initiates systems, policies, and procedures to ensure consistent quality, with the most efficient practices.

• Design and develop efficient manufacturing processes and systems for the production of goods or services.
• Analyze existing processes, identify areas for improvement, and implement appropriate solutions to enhance productivity, quality, and safety.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including production, quality control, maintenance, and supply chain, to ensure seamless integration of processes and systems.
• Conduct process audits, collect and analyze data, and generate reports to assess performance, identify bottlenecks, and propose corrective actions.
• Utilize statistical methods and tools, such as Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, and process mapping, to analyze and optimize process variables, cycle times, and resource allocation.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process flow diagrams.
• Identify and implement automation and technology solutions to improve process efficiency and reduce manual intervention.
• Collaborate with equipment vendors and suppliers to select, install, and validate new equipment and technologies.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and safety standards by monitoring process parameters, conducting risk assessments, and implementing appropriate control measures.
• Train and educate production staff on new processes, equipment, and procedures to ensure smooth implementation and adherence to established standards.
• Continuously monitor industry trends, advancements, and best practices to stay updated with the latest process engineering techniques and technologies.
• Actively participate in all Lapp Operating Systems, Lean, Continuous Improvement and other improvement methodologies in order to improve all aspects of the entire value stream.
• Responsible for communicating and making changes to work orders.
• Key member of Lapp Americas Environmental regulations and customer documentation. Responsible for development of Environment Aspects and Impacts in accordance with ISO 14001‑2015.
• Knowledge of problem‑solving tools, TQM, SPC, and Root cause analysis.
• Project management experience.
• Demonstrate excellent interpersonal & communication skills, strong work ethic, and a positive attitude.
• Sets expectations and monitors delegated activities.
• Demonstrates high levels of creativity and analytical thinking.
• Upholds all safety policies and procedures and OSHA guidelines.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities, motivates and supports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness, and looks for ways to promote and improve quality.
• Treats others with respect and upholds organizational values.
• Prioritizes and plans work activities while using time efficiently.
• Accepts responsibility for own actions.
• Meets productivity standards and strives to increase productivity results.

• Adapts to changes in the work environment, and supports change in a positive manner.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations…