Production Process Coordinator

Overview

Position Summary

The Process Engineer is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing manufacturing or business processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams to enhance production workflows, troubleshoot issues, and implement continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other methodologies.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, evaluate, and improve manufacturing or operational processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.
• Develop and implement process control strategies to ensure consistency in production.
• Analyze process data to identify inefficiencies and recommend solutions.
• Work with cross-functional teams (production, quality, maintenance, R&D) to troubleshoot process issues.
• Optimize workflow layouts, equipment utilization, and resource allocation.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and automation technologies to improve productivity.
• Conduct root cause analysis for process failures and develop corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards. Work closely with the safety team to ensure compliance.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) by developing and refining production processes.
• Train operators and production staff on new or updated processes.

Qualifications

Required

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field (or related experience).
• Experience:
  
  2-5+ years in process engineering, manufacturing, or industrial operations.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
• Proficiency in process modeling and simulation tools (AutoCAD).
• Knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and production planning.
• Strong understanding of Lean, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.
• Primarily works in a manufacturing or industrial facility.
• May require hands-on work on the production floor and occasional office tasks.
• Requires flexibility to work shifts, weekends, or overtime based on production demands.

Preferred

• Experience with automation, robotics, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
• Certificates:
  Six Sigma (Green or Black Belt), Lean Manufacturing, PMP.
• Industry
  
  Experience:
  
  Automotive, aerospace, electronics, contract manufacturing, or heavy manufacturing.
• Experience with process validation, statistical process control (SPC), and DOE (Design of Experiments).