Job Details

Job Location: Davis Creek - Kalamazoo, MI

Salary Range: $70000.00 - $80000.00 Salary

Description

Title

Manufacturing Process Engineer

Classification
Exempt

Reports to

Manufacturing Manager

Position Type and Expected Work Hours

Full-time

1st Shift

Full-time, Monday - Friday 8am - 5pm

Salary: Starting at $70,000 - 80K, depending on education, training, and experience

ABOUT SCHUPAN

We've been creating sustainable material solutions since 1968.
At Schupan, we want to positively impact our people, community, and planet every day.

We believe our core values foster a culture of excellence through growth. Schupan expects all employees to perform their job duties and consistently follow the code of conduct, by exhibiting behaviors that reflect: Integrity, Empowerment, Sustainability, and Compassion.

We believe our employees make us the best. Some benefits of working at Schupan:

People-first culture
Career advancement and growth opportunities
Weekly pay
Discretionary end-of-year bonus
Medical, dental, company paid employee only dental, dental for dependents, company paid core vision for employee and family,
HSA, FSA,fitness incentives, wellness premium discount
401k and match eligibility
Company-paid group life and AD&D, voluntary life, short and long-term disability
Pet insurance, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, EAP, ERN, among others

SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Process Engineer will focus on improving and optimizing specific manufacturing processes and technologies. This position collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process improvements, perform root cause analysis, and create process documentation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Design and develop manufacturing processes, focusing on improving efficiency, safety, and product quality.
Lead the development and facilitation of PFMEAs for new and existing processes, ensuring all potential failure modes, effects, and causes are thoroughly identified, evaluated, and documented.
Diagnose and address issues in the manufacturing process, whether it's quality defects, equipment malfunctions, or inefficiencies.
Lead or support root-cause analysis and corrective action planning for identified risks, ensuring preventive actions are implemented to reduce potential process failures.
Use data analysis tools (such as Six Sigma) to monitor process performance and identify trends or areas that need improvement.
Prepare and update procedures, standard work instructions, visual aids, and control plan documentation.
Create and maintain comprehensive inspection plans that outline the necessary steps, standards, and tools required to ensure product and process quality throughout the manufacturing cycle.
Establish inspection criteria, methods, and frequency based on product specifications, process capabilities, and industry standards. Ensure inspection plans address critical characteristics and potential failure modes.
Work with appropriate team members to optimize product designs for manufacturability.
Participate in plant-wide continuous improvement projects.
Creates and maintains standard operating procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing processes.
Generate reports to clearly explain issues and/or results.
Must be able to utilize strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Must have strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively across various levels of the organization.
Must be able to interact in-person with coworkers, leadership, and the public.
Must be able to handle high stress situations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS STATEMENT

To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Qualifications

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field). (required)
3-5 years of experience in manufacturing- or process- engineering roles, with hands-on experience in process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement. (required)
Proficient in using CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, etc.) for process layout and design (required)
Experience in process engineering, with a strong background in PFMEA and other risk management methodologies. (preferred)

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Strong understanding of lean manufacturing principles and tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).
Familiarity with manufacturing technologies (e.g. CNC machining, injection molding, additive manufacturing, or other relevant processes).
Knowledge of process design, control, and improvement tools (e.g. Six Sigma).

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to stand or walk for extended periods of time.
Ability to lift and carry up to 25-40 pounds of equipment or materials as needed for process setup, maintenance, or troubleshooting.
Manual dexterity to handle small tools, components, or machinery for inspections and adjustments.
Ability to work in industrial environments where exposure to high noise levels, heat, and machinery may be present.
Ability to work in environments with temperature fluctuations and occasional exposure to chemicals or materials used in the production process.

The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is intended to provide guidelines for job expectations and the employee's ability to perform the position described. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate. This document does not represent a contract of employment, and the company reserves the right to change this job description and/or assign tasks for the employee to perform, as the company may deem appropriate.