About the Role

 

Our client is seeking a Process Engineer to support and improve manufacturing operations.

You will focus on process optimization, quality, and risk reduction directly on the shop floor.

This role is hands-on and requires strong involvement in real production environments.

 

 

Key Responsibilities

 

Process & Production

 

Analyze and improve manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality

Design workflows, layouts, and production flow improvements

Identify bottlenecks and eliminate waste

Implement Lean and Six Sigma methodologies

Lead process improvement and industrialization projects

Develop SOPs and maintain process documentation

 

Quality & Continuous Improvement

 

Support ISO 9001 and IATF 16949 standards

Participate in audits and certification processes

Use data and statistical tools to identify root causes

 

PFMEA & Risk Reduction

 

Validate processes directly on the shop floor (Gemba)

Align real operations with process documentation

Implement error-proofing (Poka-Yoke) solutions

Improve process capability (Cp/Cpk) and equipment stability

Reduce risks through machine-level improvements

 

Collaboration & Training

 

Train operators and team leaders on process risks

Ensure alignment between PFMEA, Control Plans, and workflows

Work closely with Production, Maintenance, and Quality teams

 

 

Requirements

 

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Industrial, Mechanical, or similar)

8+ years experience in manufacturing/process engineering

Strong knowledge of production processes and industrial equipment

Experience with quality systems (ISO 9001, IATF 16949)

Hands-on problem-solving mindset

 

 

Nice to Have

 

Automotive manufacturing experience

Knowledge of ISO 14001

ERP experience (IFS preferred)

English required; Spanish is a plus

 

 

What Makes This Role Different

 

Strong focus on real shop-floor execution

Direct impact on production stability and quality

High ownership of PFMEA and risk reduction