Continuous Improvement Process Engineer

MDAEdge

Pine Bluff, AR

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Best Practices, Bidding, Budgeting, Capital Project, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Corrective Action, Cost Estimates, Data Collection, Electrical Engineering, ISO 9001, Industrial Development, Instrumentation, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Lean Six Sigma, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mechanical Engineering, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Organizational Development/Management, Organizational Skills, Performance Analysis, Performance Reviews, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Preventative Maintenance, Problem Solving Skills, Procedure Development, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Progress Reports, Project Evaluation, Project Tracking, Project/Program Management, Quality Metrics, Reporting Skills, Safety Compliance, Safety Training, Security Clearance, Six Sigma Black Belt, Standards Development, Team Player, Trend Analysis, Workflow Analysis, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Pine Bluff, AR
POSTED
Today

Job Summary: The Process Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and optimizing industrial manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. This role involves analyzing existing workflows, identifying improvement opportunities, and implementing data-driven solutions. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Lean manufacturing , strong project management skills, and the ability to drive initiatives with minimal oversight while fostering cross‑functional collaboration.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical & Process OptimizationConduct workflow studies to identify inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.Lead process improvement projects to enhance productivity and eliminate waste.Develop standardized work procedures and staffing plans in alignment with ISO 9001/14001 standards.Capital Project Management & ExecutionDefine project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and milestones.Manage contractor bidding, selection, and performance evaluations.Monitor project progress against budget, timeline, and safety requirements.Data-Driven Decision Making & System DevelopmentImplement systems for data collection, validation, and trend analysis.Identify early failure indicators and recommend preventive actions.Provide structured reports on project progress and operational performance.Stakeholder Collaboration & Best Practice ImplementationMaintain strong communication with contractors and suppliers to ensure compliance and innovation.Facilitate knowledge‑sharing across internal and external networks.Drive adoption of industry best practices throughout the facility.Required Skills & QualificationsBachelor's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, or related field).Lean Six Sigma Black Belt (preferred).Strong leadership, organizational planning, and teamwork abilities.Advanced technical skills in mechanical/electrical systems (e.g., PLCs, instrumentation).Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical‑thinking abilities.Experience with maintenance systems , work order processes, and predictive/preventive maintenance .Ability to obtain security clearance (if applicable).#J-18808-Ljbffr

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