Manufacturing Process Engineer

Amtech•Carlisle, PA

About The Position

Reporting to the Plant Manager, the Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and sustaining manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost performance. This role serves as the liaison between customer engineering requirements and the production floor, translating customer specifications into manufacturable processes, and supporting accurate cost estimation for quoting. The Manufacturing Process Engineer partners closely with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to troubleshoot issues, reduce waste, improve process capability, and drive continuous improvement across machine operations and production workflows.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field)
3–7 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering
Hands-on experience supporting production and machine operations
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
Experience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma)

Nice To Haves

Experience in high-volume or regulated manufacturing environments
Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification
Experience with automation or robotics
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems
Experience with data analysis tools, SPC, and statistical methods (DOE, capability studies, Gage R&R)

Responsibilities

Design, implement, and improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, throughput, and yield
Analyze production workflows to eliminate waste and improve cycle times
Develop and maintain standard work instructions, PFMEA (Process Failure Modes & Effects Analysis), and control plans
Support new product introductions (NPI) with scalable, repeatable, and well-controlled processes
Conduct Design of Experiments (DOE) and process capability studies to optimize process performance and stability
Provide hands-on support to production teams to resolve process and equipment issues
Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Monitor process performance and improve yield, scrap, and efficiency
Collaborate with maintenance to resolve equipment-related issues impacting production
Evaluate and improve machine performance, reliability, and capability
Support equipment selection, installation, validation, and commissioning
Develop and maintain process parameters to ensure consistent operation within defined limits
Drive improvements in Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
Lead Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma initiatives to improve productivity and reduce costs
Facilitate Kaizen events and structured improvement projects
Identify and implement automation opportunities where applicable
Track and report improvements in key metrics
Partner with quality teams to ensure processes meet product specifications and compliance standards
Develop and implement process controls, including SPC (Statistical Process Control), PFMEA, and control plans
Perform Measurement System Analysis (MSA), including Gage R&R studies, to ensure accuracy and reliability of measurement systems
Conduct process capability analysis (Cp, Cpk) and drive continuous quality improvement
Support internal and external audits and maintain compliance with quality systems (e.g., ISO)
Drive defect reduction and sustainable corrective actions
Ensure manufacturing processes incorporate safety and ergonomic best practices to minimize risk of injury and improve operator efficiency
Identify and mitigate process-related safety risks, including ergonomics, machine guarding, and material handling
Partner with EHS and operations teams to support safe work environments and continuous safety improvement initiatives
Support implementation of safety standards, procedures, and training related to process changes.
Work closely with production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and engineering teams
Act as the technical bridge between customer requirements and manufacturing execution
Support training of operators and supervisors on new processes and equipment
Provide technical documentation and guidance to ensure consistent execution.