Process Engineer

Process Engineer

As a Process Engineer, you will serve as a vital connection between design teams, the production floor, and external partners, ensuring our processes are seamless and cutting‑edge. You will lead manufacturing process improvement projects from concept to completion, ensuring they meet quality, cost, and timeline objectives. Your role involves designing and implementing advanced manufacturing cells in collaboration with equipment suppliers to select and integrate the best tooling and machinery.

You will apply your expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles to analyze and streamline production workflows, eliminating waste and boosting productivity. Additionally, you will utilize innovative technologies like Augmented and Virtual Reality to visualize and validate new machine designs and cell layouts before implementation.

• Lead manufacturing process improvement projects from concept to completion.
• Design and implement state‑of‑the‑art manufacturing cells.
• Collaborate with equipment suppliers to select and integrate tooling and machinery.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to streamline production workflows.
• Utilize Augmented and Virtual Reality to visualize and validate new designs.

• Process engineering
• Continuous improvement
• PLC programming
• CNC programming
• Machining
• Grinding

• BS in Engineering for 2 of the 3 openings (Manufacturing or Mechanical degree).
• For the 3rd opening: no degree required with 5+ years of experience or an associate's or bachelor's degree with 3+ years of experience.
• Proven experience with Lean Manufacturing tools and methodologies (e.g., Value Stream Mapping, 8D, FMEA, SMED).
• Proficiency with CAD/CAM software (e.g., NX, AutoCAD) and familiarity with PLM systems like Teamcenter.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

This is a Permanent position based out of Rockford, IL. It is a fully onsite role in Rockford, IL.

The pay range for this position is $70,000.00 - $/yr, up to a 10% bonus each year depending on business unit performance. Medical, dental & vision coverage included. Benefits include:

• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre‑tax and Roth post‑tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for employee and dependents)
• Short and long‑term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This position is anticipated to close on Jul 23, 2026.

The company is an equal‑opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccom for other accommodation options.