Process Engineer

This position is 100% onsite in Inglewood, CA.

About the role

The Process Engineer is responsible for optimizing and improving manufacturing and industrial processes to enhance efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness. They work with various teams to develop new techniques, modify existing processes, implement process improvement projects, and introduce new products.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and improve existing manufacturing processes to increase safety, efficiency, and quality while reducing costs
• Identify, evaluate, and implement new technologies to improve manufacturing processes
• Perform failure analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions
• Work closely with design engineers, manufacturing engineers, quality engineers, procurement, and other stakeholders to ensure smooth production operations
• Provide hands-on support on the shop floor, integrate new products and technologies, and support area-wide continuous improvement initiatives
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance quality, reduce waste, and improve overall production performance
• Provide training and support to end-users on new products, processes, equipment, and technologies
• Investigate and resolve production issues related to materials and processes, ensuring robust and cost-effective solutions
• Establish metrics, collect and analyze data, and use statistical process control to monitor process performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Utilize SAP to model, analyze, and improve business processes

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 5 or more years of engineering, manufacturing, or data analysis experience
• Ability to work on manufacturing and/or assembly floor
• Technical proficiency in complex manufacturing activities
• Experience with MRP/ERP software
• Proficient understanding of Project Management
• Detailed oriented and adaptable
• Must be able to speak, read, and write English
• Must be able to lift up to 35 lbs

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with MRP/ERP software, preferably SAP
• Green or Blackbelt in Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
• CAD or Catia experience
• CNC, automated, and robotics systems experience

Work Environment

• Medium-to-large office environment
• Manufacturing and/or machining environment
• Fast-paced, with people and parts movement
• Moderate to medium noise levels
• Exposure to normal office environments and potential odors from chemicals and/or processes
• Physically demanding; use of Personal Protective Equipment required

This position must meet export control compliance requirements. All applicants must be “U.S. persons” within the meaning of ITAR, as defined: a U.S. Citizen, a lawful permanent resident, political asylee, or refugee.

Pay

$110,000 - $170,000 per year, based on experience, skills, and education.