Process Engineer

Overview

Job Description:

Process Engineer for large aluminum manufacturing plant. This plant supports and improves production processes within a high-volume manufacturing environment. The Process Engineer will focus on optimizing safety, quality, throughput, and cost, with a preference for candidates who have experience working with aluminum processing or aluminum manufacturing operations.

The Process Engineer will work cross-functionally with operations, quality, maintenance, and leadership teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives and support plant performance objectives.

• Analyze, design, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost performance
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and industrial engineering methodologies
• Develop and maintain standard work, process documentation, and work instructions
• Identify process bottlenecks and implement data-driven solutions to improve throughput and yield
• Support new product introductions, process changes, and capital projects
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to improve equipment performance and reliability
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and recommend corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards
• Provide technical support and training to production teams as needed

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field
• 2–7+ years of process or manufacturing engineering experience in an industrial environment
• Aluminum processing or aluminum manufacturing experience strongly preferred
• Strong understanding of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools
• Experience with time studies, capacity analysis, line balancing, and process optimization
• Ability to analyze data and develop practical, sustainable solutions
• Strong communication and collaboration skills

• Aluminum extrusion, rolling, casting, or finishing operations
• High-volume or continuous manufacturing environments
• Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher)
• ERP/MES systems and manufacturing data analysis tools

• Base salary up to $100,000, commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Client covers all preventative medical treatments
• Relocation assistance provided
• Competitive PTO and paid holidays
• Retirement plan options

• Stable manufacturing operation with long-term growth opportunities
• Relocation-supported opportunity in Northeast Arkansas
• Ability to make a direct, visible impact on operational performance
• Supportive, safety-focused culture

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Engineering, Marketing, Technology, Supply Chain, Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search, LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries.

LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends, hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets. LaSalle Network offers temporary Field Employees benefit plans including medical, dental and vision coverage. Family Medical Leave, Worker’s Compensation, Paid Leave and Sick Leave are also provided.

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All assignments are at-will and their duration is subject to change.