Process Engineering Manager

SACO AEI Polymers•Sheboygan, WI

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Process Engineering Manager is responsible for leading the process engineering function to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and cost performance across operations. This role oversees process optimization, continuous improvement initiatives, capital projects, and the development of engineering talent. The ideal candidate is a hands-on leader who can balance strategic initiatives with day- to-day plant support.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, or a related technical field required
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification required; Master Black Belt preferred
Strong working knowledge of statistical tools and software (e.g., Minitab, JMP, Excel)
7–10+ years of progressive experience in Lean Six Sigma, continuous improvement, or operational excellence roles within a manufacturing or operations environment
3–5+ years of leadership or people management experience, including coaching, mentoring, and performance management of CI or engineering teams
Demonstrated success leading complex, cross‑functional improvement initiatives using DMAIC, Kaizen, and Lean methodologies
Proven track record of delivering measurable business results, such as cost reduction, cycle time improvement, quality improvements, and waste elimination
Experience partnering with operations, quality, supply chain, and leadership teams to drive sustainable process improvements
Ability to train, certify, and develop Green Belts and Black Belts across the organization
Continuous Improvement Leadership
Change Management
Data-Driven Problem Solving
Coaching and Talent Development
Cross-Functional Influence
Strategic Thinking and Execution
Excellent communication skills
Strong analytical skills with experience using statistical tools and data analysis
Strong leadership and people management skills

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree (MBA, MS Engineering, or related) preferred
Formal training in Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, statistical analysis, and process optimization

Responsibilities

Identify, prioritize, and execute improvement projects aligned with business goals and KPI's.
Establish and track measurable performance improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
Establish and maintain a sustainable roadmap for continuous improvement initiatives.
Manage and mentor a team of engineers.
Support new product introductions, process changes, and capital projects with lean principals.
Ensure improvements are standardized, documented, and sustained.
Communicate progress, results, and lessons learned to plant and senior leadership.
Develop and deliver Lean Six Sigma training at the Yellow/Green Belt level.
Establish dashboards and performance metrics to monitor process performance.
Partner with Operations and Maintenance to troubleshoot chronic equipment and process issues.
Support the deployment of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies (DMAIC, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping, Standard Work, 5S, SMED, TPM).