Process Engineer I
About The Position
Hydraforce is looking for a Process Engineer associate who will focus on optimization, troubleshooting production processes, and improving efficiency, quality, and safety while reducing costs. Lead and coordinate time studies and Methods-Time Measurement (MTM) analysis across multiple plant locations to establish accurate labor standards and identify efficiency opportunities Partner with site teams to prioritize, organize, and execute process improvements identified through Kaizen CoPilot insights Drive cross-plant alignment of Lean Manufacturing initiatives, ensuring consistency in tools, metrics, and best practices Facilitate continuous improvement events (Kaizen, workshops, and Gemba walks) to eliminate waste and improve operational performance across facilities Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to labor efficiency, cycle time, and productivity improvements across plants Other duties as assigned
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering preferred or Associates degree in a technical field with 3-5 years of manufacturing experience or HS diploma or equivalency and 6-8 years of manufacturing experience
- Working knowledge and understanding of the basic principles, theories, concepts, and practices in the applicable area of engineering/technical specialization
- Strong organizational, problem-solving, and analytical skills
- Good written and oral communication skills
- Proficient on Microsoft Office Suite
- Commitment to excellence and high standards
- Creative, flexible, and innovative team player
Nice To Haves
- Strong background in process development preferred (new product introduction, establishing/improving manufacturing processes)
- Working knowledge of Minitab, MATLAB, AutoCAD, CAD/CAE software preferred
- Six Sigma and Theory of Constraint knowledge preferred
- Project management experience preferred
- Process mapping, SOP creation experience preffered
Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate time studies and Methods-Time Measurement (MTM) analysis across multiple plant locations to establish accurate labor standards and identify efficiency opportunities
- Partner with site teams to prioritize, organize, and execute process improvements identified through Kaizen CoPilot insights
- Drive cross-plant alignment of Lean Manufacturing initiatives, ensuring consistency in tools, metrics, and best practices
- Facilitate continuous improvement events (Kaizen, workshops, and Gemba walks) to eliminate waste and improve operational performance across facilities
- Monitor and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) related to labor efficiency, cycle time, and productivity improvements across plants
- Other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
