Process Engineering Technician

Innova Solutions•Birmingham, AL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

A client of Innova Solutions is immediately hiring for a Process Engineering Technician. This is a Full Time/Contract position with a duration of 12 Months, located in Bessemer, AL USA 35020. The role involves optimizing processes, implementing innovative solutions, and helping build a brand-new manufacturing facility. The technician will play an instrumental role in launching and scaling the facility, not just maintaining operations but helping to design them. This position is a key driver of manufacturing excellence by championing continuous improvement, integrating automation, optimizing equipment performance, and developing efficient production systems. The role combines technical expertise with a forward-thinking mindset to create a world-class manufacturing environment that is safe, productive, and built for growth.

Requirements

1–3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, operations improvement, or a related field.
Experience successfully delivering Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma projects with measurable improvements in productivity, quality, or cost.
Exposure to equipment installation, manufacturing process development, and facility optimization.
Understanding of workplace safety principles and their integration into process design.
Experience supporting innovation, startup, scale-up, or rapid-growth manufacturing environments.
Ability to operate effectively amid changing priorities, evolving requirements, and fast decision-making cycles.
Enthusiasm for learning new technologies, processes, and methodologies.
A collaborative approach to problem-solving and knowledge sharing.
Comfortable using hand and power tools, including screwdrivers, saws, and skill saws.
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Willingness to be actively involved on the manufacturing floor and support implementation activities directly.
High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of fabrication processes such as welding, cutting, roll forming, and assembly operations is a plus.
Experience with CAD software (AutoCAD preferred) for layouts and equipment planning is highly desirable.
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

Drive Operational Excellence: Lead continuous improvement initiatives utilizing Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste, improve efficiency, and elevate plant performance.
Champion and sustain 5S workplace organization practices, creating a clean, safe, and highly efficient production environment.
Conduct time studies, capacity evaluations, and bottleneck analyses to identify opportunities for productivity gains and process enhancements.
Utilize data and root-cause analysis techniques to solve challenges and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Build the Factory of Tomorrow: Help design and optimize manufacturing layouts that improve workflow, maximize space utilization, and support future growth.
Support automation initiatives and equipment integration to enhance productivity and operational reliability.
Create manufacturing system tools such as process maps, work instructions, ergonomic assessments, and Yamazumi analyses to support standardized operations.
Develop and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that ensure consistency, quality, and operational excellence across all production activities.
Manage Projects & Equipment Implementation: Prepare and manage RFQs and RFPs for new equipment, tooling, and manufacturing systems.
Coordinate equipment procurement, installation, and commissioning activities while working closely with vendors and suppliers.
Lead multiple improvement and equipment-related projects simultaneously, ensuring milestones, budgets, and technical requirements are met.
Collaborate & Innovate: Partner with Production, Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Safety, and Innovation teams to deliver integrated manufacturing solutions.
Contribute to innovation-focused initiatives involving new products, processes, workflows, and manufacturing technologies.
Support projects from concept through fabrication, implementation, and production launch.
Thrive in a fast-paced environment where creativity, adaptability, and ownership are highly valued.