Process Engineer

Justrite Manufacturing, Mattoon, IL 61938, USA

At Justrite Safety Group, we're more than just a collection of industrial safety companies; we're a dynamic organization dedicated to protecting people, property, and the planet. Our ever-growing portfolio of companies collaborates to deliver advanced industrial safety solutions that set the standard for excellence.

As our business continues to grow, we continue to look for top talent to join our team as we lead the charge in revolutionizing industrial safety, ensuring that every worker returns home safe, every workplace remains secure, and our environment thrives for generations to come. With Justrite Safety Group, safety isn't just a priority—it's our passion.

The Process Engineer I is an entry-level engineering role responsible for supporting manufacturing and operational processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. This position works closely with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to analyze processes, identify improvement opportunities, and implement practical solutions that support operational goals.

The ideal candidate is a detail-oriented problem solver with strong analytical skills, a continuous improvement mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a manufacturing or industrial environment.

As a member of our Manufacturing Engineering team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on innovative projects that directly enhance our production capabilities and drive continuous improvement across our facilities. Our team is committed to optimizing processes, developing cutting‑edge tooling and equipment, and resolving complex engineering challenges to ensure the highest standards of quality and efficiency. With a focus on collaboration and excellence, you’ll be part of a group that plays a key role in advancing our manufacturing operations.

This role offers the chance to work alongside skilled professionals, contribute to meaningful projects, and support the growth of a company that is a leader in safety solutions.

• Support daily manufacturing and production operations by monitoring process performance and identifying improvement opportunities.
• Assist in troubleshooting production issues related to equipment, materials, and process variability.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret process data to improve efficiency, quality, throughput, and waste reduction.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Develop and maintain process documentation including work instructions, standard operating procedures (SOPs), flow charts, and process maps.
• Assist with validation and implementation of new equipment, tooling, or manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams including production, maintenance, quality, supply chain, and EHS.
• Support root cause analysis and corrective action activities for quality or production concerns.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare reports related to process performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
• Participate in capital improvement and cost reduction projects as assigned.
• Support training efforts related to new or revised manufacturing processes.
• Maintain organized engineering records, drawings, and technical documentation.

To ensure your success from day one in this role, Justrite requires the following qualifications at a minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline required.
• 0–2 years of engineering or manufacturing experience preferred.
• Internship or co‑op experience in manufacturing or process improvement environments is a plus.
• Basic understanding of manufacturing processes and industrial operations.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement principles preferred.

Additional qualifications that could help you succeed even further in this role include:

• Strong analytical and…