Process Engineer
About The Position
Iron Mountain Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM) is seeking an experienced, hands-on Process Engineer to evaluate, standardize, and optimize operational workflows across multiple facilities. The role supports IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) operations spanning receiving, sorting, testing, data sanitization, refurbishment, and shipping. Working directly with floor teams, the Process Engineer identifies root causes of process gaps, eliminates waste, and implements practical solutions to improve productivity, ergonomics, and quality. The role involves visiting facilities, observing frontline workflows, and working with operators and site leaders to address differences between actual work and standard procedures. It applies Lean methods to streamline operations, develops and documents standardized workflows, analyzes capacity and operating metrics, and improves workstations, tooling, ergonomics, and asset-tracking processes. Regular domestic travel and occasional international travel are expected. The posting identifies the role as remote.
Requirements
- 3–5 years of experience in process engineering, industrial engineering, continuous improvement, or related operational optimization roles.
- Practical expertise applying Lean principles in manufacturing, refurbishment, warehousing, or reverse logistics environments.
- High proficiency in spreadsheet modeling using Excel or Google Sheets to interpret operational data.
- Strong communication and project leadership skills.
- Bachelor’s degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
- Willingness to travel regularly domestically, with occasional international trips.
Nice To Haves
- Lean or Six Sigma Green Belt.
- Prior exposure to ITAD, electronics recycling or refurbishment, serialized asset tracking or WMS systems, or enterprise IT hardware such as servers, laptops, GPUs, or networking equipment.
Responsibilities
- Visit facilities, observe frontline workflows, and partner with operators and site leaders to identify discrepancies between actual work and standard procedures.
- Map material and information flows, analyze bottlenecks and rework queues, and apply Lean methodologies to address root causes and streamline operations.
- Author standard operating procedures, visual job aids, and work instructions that establish consistent practices across multiple sites while accounting for localized variations.
- Conduct time and motion studies to assess cycle times, labor utilization, and throughput; track KPIs including first-pass yield, processing time, and unit processing costs.
- Optimize floor layouts, tooling, and ergonomics to reduce motion waste and fatigue.
- Collaborate with IT and Operations to streamline serialized asset tracking and data entry.
- Train and influence multi-site teams and provide project leadership.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits packages aligned with experience level.
- Generous paid time off, holiday schedules, and travel flexibility.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, wellness programs, and retirement plans.
- Continuous learning, mentorship, and career advancement within an innovative global organization.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
