Manufacturing Process Engineer

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Location: Bowling Green, OH, Perrysburg, OH 

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for driving stability, yield improvement, and operational excellence in a high-volume, 24/7 manufacturing environment. This role leads process development, continuous improvement, and manufacturing support, with strong focus on grit blasting, surface preparation, and automated coating systems.

This is a full-time, salaried exempt position supporting 24/7 continuous operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost
  • Support and improve grit blasting and surface preparation processes to ensure capability and product quality
  • Provide hands-on technical support for grit blast systems (suction and pressure)
• Support and optimize automated coating processes, ensuring compliance with AIAG CQI-12 standards
• Lead APQP / NPI activities, including product launches, trials, and change management
  • Drive yield improvement, scrap reduction, OEE improvement, and cycle time reduction
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and standard work
  • Own and execute 8D problem solving for process, quality, and customer issues
  • Develop, validate, and maintain PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC processes
• Troubleshoot process variation, equipment downtime, and product defects
  • Analyze production data to identify trends and implement corrective actions
• Partner with operations, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure process stability and repeatability
  • Support preventive and predictive maintenance initiatives to maximize uptime
• Develop and maintain work instructions, SOPs, process documentation, and inspection criteria
  • Participate in MRB, including disposition of nonconforming material and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with customer requirements, engineering specifications, and quality standards
  • Track, report, and communicate key manufacturing metrics OEE, Uptime, Availability, Cycle Time , FPY
• Promote and maintain a safe and organized work environment
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Manager

Core Competencies

• Proven go-getter mindset with ability to drive results
  • Experience working with global teams and suppliers
  • Strong customer focus and communication skills
• Strong ownership, urgency, and accountability
  • Data-driven and objective evidence-based problem solving approach
  • Ability to support 24/7 manufacturing operations

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing)
  • 3 to 5 years of automotive manufacturing experience in grit blasting and automated coating processes
  • Experience in NPI / process development and customer-facing roles
• Proven ability in:
  • Process optimization, yield improvement, and defect reduction
  • 8D problem solving and root cause analysis
  • PFMEA, Control Plans, and SPC
• Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma
•  Knowledge of automation systems, controls, and manufacturing equipment
•  Proficiency in SAP, Minitab, JMP and Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical, communication, and execution skills
• Experience supporting IATF 16949, ISO 9001, or similar systems
• Exposure to PLC-controlled equipment and predictive maintenance

Pay Range & Total Compensation

The base pay range reflects the good-faith estimate of the salary/wage range for this position at the time of posting. Actual placement within the range is determined based on factors including key skills, relevant experience, internal equity, education, certifications, and geography/market differentials.

Additional Compensation & Benefits:

In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• 401(k) matching program
• Paid Time Off (PTO), paid holidays, and sick leave

Note: Variable pay and benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plan documents.