Process Engineer

ORANGE EV LLC•Kansas City, KS

45d

About The Position

The Process Engineer is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. This role drives continuous improvement through lean manufacturing principles, develops standardized work documentation, and collaborates cross-functionally to implement best practices across all phases of production. The Process Engineer also leads data-driven investigations, supports new product launches, and ensures production systems are scalable, sustainable, and aligned with company goals.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university in engineering or related sub-field such as Industrial, Electrical or Mechanical Engineering
Strong interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work well independently and with a team
Proficiency with computer and information technology
Microsoft suite
AutoCAD and Inventor or similar 3D Modeling Software
Thorough understanding of scientific and mathematical principles
Thorough understanding and use of basic manufacturing equipment and terminology

Nice To Haves

Specialized industry-specific training
Lean manufacturing and 5S
Six sigma a plus
Problem Solving Methodologies
ERP and MES Experience

Responsibilities

Evaluate and improve on processes in manufacturing systems
Develop and implement systems that optimize all phases of production process
Improve production rates, efficiencies, yields, costs, and changeovers
Create Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) for production teams.
Improve process capability and production volume while maintaining and improving quality standards
Evaluate engineering designs for production
Evaluate processes for new products and existing changed products
Collect, record, and transcribe production data
Develop and present results in reports
Provide suggestions during incident investigations
Investigate, advise, and implement corrective actions
Work with equipment designers and manufacturing officers to develop a cost-effective and working production process
Design and implement lean material flow systems including 1-piece flow, Kanban replenishment, and pull-based/JIT production
Support inventory accuracy through min/max management and value stream mapping to eliminate waste
Ensure projects are completed on time
Research and purchase new manufacturing technology and equipment