Grimco is a family-owned, $1.5 billion revenue leader in sign supply distribution with manufacturing operations across North America, the UK, Europe, and Canada. Our commitment to innovation and operational excellence drives our mission to deliver cutting-edge solutions to the sign industry.
Job DescriptionWe are seeking a Process Optimization Engineer to enhance the efficiency, quality, and safety of our manufacturing processes at our Owensville, MO facility. In this role, you will design, troubleshoot, and optimize processes to reduce waste, boost productivity, and ensure exceptional product quality while leading impactful projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
- Process Development & Optimization: Design and refine manufacturing processes to maximize uptime, minimize waste, and meet customer specifications while considering material properties, equipment capabilities, and operator workflows
- Continuous Improvement: Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to drive efficiency and enhance product quality; propose and execute projects using PDCA methodology with clear ROI justification
- Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Conduct root cause analysis using tools such as Ishikawa diagrams, 5 Whys, and Pareto Analysis; develop corrective actions including A3, 8D, and Supplier Corrective Action Reports (SCAR)
- Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities; establish data collection methods, train operators, and deliver KPI reports (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly) to support strategic decisions
Work Authorization: Candidates must be authorized to work in the
United States. Grimco does not provide employment visa
sponsorship (e.g., H-1B, O-1, TN) and will not do so in the future
for this position.
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing optimization, or continuous improvement roles
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- Automotive industry experience preferred
- Familiarity with Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA) is a plus
Grimco is a national wholesale sign supply manufacturer and distributor with over 50 locations across North America. We focus on distributing quality products and providing excellent service to the sign industry. Our offering of sign supplies includes traffic signs, blanks, substrates, boards, digital print media, wrap films, sign vinyl, application tape, banner material and supplies, sign frames, banner stands, LEDs and electrical accessories, grand format solvent/UV/latex printers, inks, software and more.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- 5+ years experience in process engineering, manufacturing optimization, or continuous improvement
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
- Authorized to work in the United States (no visa sponsorship provided)
- Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action tools (Ishikawa, 5 Whys, Pareto, A3, 8D, SCAR)
- Data analysis and KPI reporting experience; establish data collection methods and deliver regular reports
- Automotive industry experience
- Familiarity with Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA)
What We Do
Grimco was founded in 1875 in St. Louis, Missouri. Today we have over 50 locations across the United States, Canada, and the U.K. We focus on the distribution of quality products and providing excellent service to the sign industry. Our offering of sign supplies includes substrates, traffic signs, digital print media, vehicle wrap films, sign vinyl, banner materials, sign frames, screen/garment, LEDs and electrical accessories, grand format printers, inks, software, and more. With locations all across North America, we are locally stocked with ample inventory for our customer's convenience. Grimco is known for carrying the best products in the industry from our trusted vendors, including 3M™, Avery Dennison®, ORAFOL®, Clear focus, Sihl, General Formulations. We are also an authorized equipment reseller for HP, EPSON, Graphtec, Royal Sovereign, Fletcher, and Esko. Following thorough industry research, Grimco introduced to the market exclusive product lines such as Briteline, Hanley LEDs, MAXMETAL, Ion PVC, and Rad Grafix. Grimco strives to better service our customers across the Americas through further geographic growth, where a location is never too far away. With around the clock convenience, customers can order online 24/7 through our websites, with added benefits like precise delivery times, pricing, and product availability. We will also continue to represent the highest quality and most technologically advanced products available, always at a great value. The brands you know, from a company you can trust. Grimco has been voted "Vendor of the Year" by our customers in the FASTSIGNS, Signs by Tomorrow, and Signs Now nationwide franchise networks. We believe in selling within the industry to sign-makers and never compete with our customers. We will continue to employ the industry's most knowledgeable and skilled employees with experience to help grow our business. We look forward to serving our customers and their businesses in the future.
