Process Engineer

Job Title: Process Engineer

Job Description

This role supports the Process Engineering team in implementing changes to materials used in coatings. The position requires frequent visits to production areas to identify scrap and improve processes for efficiency. Responsibilities include process design for mechanisms to handle rollers, creating and documenting new procedures, and training operators. Additional tasks may involve line optimization, statistical analysis, and assisting with new PPAP documentation for over 100 parts.

Responsibilities

• Identify scrap and improve process efficiency in production areas.
• Design processes for mechanisms to pick up rollers and create new procedures.
• Design carts for material movement.
• Write and document new procedures for operators.
• Provide training to operators on new procedures.
• Optimize production lines and conduct statistical analysis.
• Assist with new PPAP documentation for over 100 parts.

Essential Skills

• Continuous improvement methodologies
• Lean manufacturing practices
• Statistical analysis and process control
• Experience in writing and documenting procedures
• Training operators
• Process design skills
• Six Sigma knowledge

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering preferred
• Knowledge of plating and coating
• Automotive industry experience with companies like Ford and GM
• Six Sigma certification
• Stamping experience

Work Environment

The company specializes in stamping and gaskets. Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) is required on the floor, including safety shoes, sleeves, and safety glasses. The role offers a contract opportunity approved through March 2026, with the potential for extension. This position provides valuable experience in the automotive and heavy industrial industry.

This is a Contract position based out of Danville, KY.

The pay range for this position is $37.00 - $48.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

This is a fully onsite position in Danville,KY.

This position is anticipated to close on Dec 19, 2025.

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