Senior Process Engineer

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Kent, OH, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Aerospace • Transportation • Industrial • Manufacturing
The Role
Lead process optimization, root-cause analysis, and process scale-up for manufacturing. Drive cycle-time reduction, develop FMEAs/control plans, support equipment design/validation, and partner cross-functionally to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
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Job Summary & Responsibilities

We’re seeking a Senior Process Engineer to drive process optimization, solve complex manufacturing challenges, and support new product development in a dynamic industrial environment. This role plays a key part in improving safety, quality, efficiency, and equipment utilization while ensuring processes are robust, scalable, and ready for manufacturing.

This position is ideal for an engineer who enjoys hands-on problem solving, working across teams, and leading meaningful process improvements from concept through implementation.

What You’ll Do
  • Lead or support root cause analysis and permanent corrective actions in partnership with Quality

  • Identify and drive cycle time reduction and process improvement initiatives

  • Optimize manufacturing processes, equipment utilization, and EHS performance

  • Support new product development, including process scale-up, refinement, and release to Manufacturing

  • Develop and maintain process maps, FMEAs, and control plans

  • Collect and analyze data to support technical decisions and project objectives

  • Lead feasibility studies and evaluate new process, color, and print technologies

  • Support equipment design, modification, installation, and validation

  • Partner with Engineering, Technology, Sales, and Quality to ensure safe, cost-effective manufacturability

  • Prepare clear project summaries, test results, and status updates

What We’re Looking For
  • B.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Materials, Polymer, Industrial, or Mechanical)

  • 2–5+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment

  • Experience leading or contributing to cross-functional process or product development projects

  • Strong problem-solving skills using tools such as 8D, SPC, and root cause analysis

  • Working knowledge of ISO 9000 or similar quality systems

  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and cost reduction

  • Strong communication, organization, and project management skills

  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools

Web handling, converting processes, plastics, or industrial controls experience is a plus.

Candidates must be eligible for required U.S. export authorizations (ITAR/EAR).

Skills Required

  • B.S. in Engineering (Chemical, Materials, Polymer, Industrial, or Mechanical)
  • 2-5+ years of experience in an industrial manufacturing environment
  • Experience leading or contributing to cross-functional process or product development projects
  • Strong problem-solving skills using tools such as 8D, SPC, and root cause analysis
  • Working knowledge of ISO 9000 or similar quality systems
  • Familiarity with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, and cost reduction
  • Strong communication, organization, and project management skills
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
  • Eligibility for required U.S. export authorizations (ITAR/EAR)
  • Web handling, converting processes, plastics, or industrial controls experience
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What We Do

Schneller is a global leader and foremost manufacturer and supplier of engineered decorative interior products for the aviation and rail industries. The company specializes in creating aesthetically pleasing, durable, and safety-compliant interiors, blending innovation and luxury to redefine interior decor standards for major aircraft and railcar manufacturers worldwide.

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