Manufacturing Process Lead – Engineering

Manufacturing Process Lead – Engineering

Locations: On‑site in Waco, TX

Employment Type: Full‑time

We’re partnering with a high‑growth manufacturing leader in the sustainable building‑materials space, ready to take the next leap in operational excellence. As the Manufacturing Process Lead – Engineering, you’ll be the driving force behind major process upgrades, equipment optimization initiatives and team‑building efforts across two dynamic plant sites (one established, one early‑stage). If you’re a hands‑on engineering leader who thrives on complex manufacturing challenges, continuous improvement and people development, this role gives you the visibility, impact and autonomy to shape the future of operations.

• A high‑visibility leadership role with strategic impact across multiple sites.
• Competitive base salary plus bonus target (~10%) and full benefits from Day 1.
• 401(k) with employer match and immediate vesting; generous PTO, parental leave, tuition support and relocation assistance.
• A chance to lead significant transformation in environments backed by an established organization but offering startup‑like growth and agility.

• Lead and direct process engineering activities across hot‑end and cold‑end manufacturing functions (yield, throughput, equipment reliability).
• Build, manage and mentor a team of engineers and technical staff, fostering a high‑performance, inclusive culture.
• Deploy Lean, Six Sigma and other continuous‑improvement methodologies in both mature and startup‑environment facilities.
• Conduct root‑cause investigations into process bottlenecks and quality issues; translate findings into sustainable solutions.
• Oversee planning, validation, audit programs and operational standards tied to manufacturing performance.
• Collaborate with plant leadership, operations, quality and safety teams to identify improvement opportunities and drive change.
• Serve as subject‑matter expert for high‑temperature, high‑speed, or similarly complex manufacturing contexts.
• Promote a culture of innovation, accountability and employee engagement to support retention and growth.

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering or closely related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive process‑engineering experience in high‑volume manufacturing.
• At least 3 years of leadership experience managing technical teams.
• Demonstrated hands‑on engineering ability (not purely administrative).
• Experience in glass, aluminum, insulation or other complex materials processing is strongly preferred.
• Proven track record in startup stabilization, equipment scale‑up or major process redesign.
• Solid familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma (certification preferred), statistical process control, and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Excellent collaboration, communication and interpersonal skills across functions.

Our client prioritizes innovation, sustainability and the people who drive it. You’ll join a team culture built on empowerment, continuous learning, operational rigor and inclusive leadership. If you want a role where engineering depth meets team leadership and change‑management scale, this is your opportunity.

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