Process Optimization Lead

Arauco•Albany, OR

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Process Optimization Lead at Duraflake! Do you have experience in industrial settings and looking for a rewarding career in a dynamic 24/7 manufacturing environment? Duraflake is seeking a passionate and experienced Process Optimization Lead who will be responsible for improving manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, safety, quality, and cost effectiveness. This role will work directly with production and maintenance teams to identify problems, improve workflows, and implement practical solutions on the manufacturing floor. This is a hands-on, plant-focused role that will report directly to the Production Manager and is based at our site in Albany, OR.

Requirements

Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production systems
Ability to analyze processes and identify improvement opportunities
Practical problem-solving and troubleshooting skills Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
Ability to communicate clearly with operators and leaders
Strong leadership skills and the ability to mentor, coach, and manage a team
High comfort with data analysis and reporting
Ability to drive change in a production environment
Excellent attention to detail, and strong follow-up abilities
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and effectively works with various computer programs
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Technology, Industrial Technology, Operations Management, or a related field

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with OSHA requirements, dust control, and chemical handling in a wood products facility preferred
Experience with SAP preferred

Responsibilities

Drive consistency across shifts and teams through clear process definitions and visual standards
Analyze manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies, waste, and variation
Improve process flow, equipment utilization, and standard work practices
Support process changes, trials, and equipment improvements
Drive incident follow-up, root cause analysis, and corrective actions to reduce downtime and quality defects
Develop and maintain standard operating procedures and process documentation, and esure processes are followed consistently across shifts and teams
Monitor key production metrics to track performance and improvement results
Work closely with Production Manager, Continuous Improvement Manager, production supervisors, maintenance, and quality to drive improvements
Support safety, housekeeping, and compliance expectations