Now Hiring: Senior Process Engineer – Manufacturing Innovation Leader

📍 Location: High Point, NC | 💼 Full-Time | 🏭 On-Site

Are you a hands-on problem solver with a passion for process innovation and manufacturing excellence? Our client, a leading manufacturer with a strong commitment to operational excellence and product innovation, is seeking a Senior Process Engineer to join their dynamic team. This is a confidential search conducted by a third-party executive recruiting firm.

🔍 About the Role

As the Senior Process Engineer, you will serve as the technical expert for a key production department, driving process improvements, supporting R&D trials, and leading capital projects. You’ll work cross-functionally with production, engineering, and leadership teams to develop new products and processes that push the boundaries of manufacturing performance.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex process improvement and cost-saving initiatives.

• Provide deep technical support to production teams and troubleshoot high-impact issues.

• Collaborate with R&D and engineering teams to develop and test new products and processes.

• Manage and contribute to capital projects from concept through implementation.

• Serve as the go-to expert for process knowledge in your assigned department.

• Prepare detailed technical reports and documentation for engineering projects.

• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization—from operators to senior leadership.

🎓 Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5–10 years of experience in an automated manufacturing environment.

• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality control, and continuous improvement methodologies.

• Six Sigma Black Belt and/or Lean Manufacturing experience highly desirable.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; experience with MS Project and databases a plus.

• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of automation systems (pneumatics, hydraulics, motors, etc.).

• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.

🌍 Additional Information

• Must be comfortable working in a high-traffic, non-climate-controlled manufacturing environment.

• Ability to travel occasionally and work on-site with machinery.

• Physical requirements include walking long distances, climbing, and standing for extended periods.

Why Apply?

This is a rare opportunity to join a forward-thinking manufacturing organization where your expertise will directly influence innovation, efficiency, and product development. If you're a self-starter with a passion for engineering excellence, we want to hear from you.

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