Senior Process Engineer
Group: Filtration Group N. America
Division: Filtration and Energy Solutions (FESG)
Location: USA Slater, MO FESG
Job Family : Mfg & Prod Engineering
Job Type : Regular
Posted : Jun 25, 2026
Job ID: 66651
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Position Summary and Responsibilities
The Senior Manufacturing/Process Engineer will be responsible for driving, developing, evaluating and improving manufacturing processes at our manufacturing facility located in Slater, Missouri. The plant utilizes a high degree of robotics and automation, producing industrial filters for Gas Turbine Engines. The role includes providing technical direction in robotics, plant layout, equipment, assembly and other manufacturing and interacts with product engineering, manufacturing High Performance Teams and quality functions.
Lead manufacturing process improvement activities to drive scrap reduction, machine uptime improvement, and process repeatability
Lead projects to support productivity, and environmental, health, and safety initiatives
Assists plant management and Supply Chain with production capacity and resource needs (people, materials, equipment) to support the Division S&OP process.
Provide manufacturing leadership for product improvement (PI) and new product introduction (NPI) initiatives
Supports ongoing management of robotics and automated production process
Lead projects to support quality improvements utilizing six sigma tools
Lead or participate in Kaizen teams as part of Lean initiatives.
Design assembly fixturing, gaging, test equipment and general fixturing for secondary operations.
Develop new processes for new or improved products.
Coach, lead, develop and manage maintenance employees; plan, monitor, and appraise job results; identify training needs and develop objectives for employee development.
Evaluates capital equipment investments and prepare cost justifications. Designs and prepares concept drawings of new equipment or modifications to existing equipment. Manages the overall implementations of capital equipment projects.
Identifies and implements solutions for issues relating to safety, quality, productivity, and cost reductions.
Coordinates with building contractors and ensures building safety and adherence to applicable building codes and related safety and environmental regulations. Ensures compliance with city, state, and federal laws, codes and insurance regulations.
Program and re-tool a multitude of machines - Pleaters etc with a good understanding of fine finishing processes.
Identify and implement process improvements.
Provide training to setters and operators on machines/processes.
Create related documentation of existing processes and implementation of new and existing innovations (drawings, SOP, work instructions etc)
Plan & test product processes from product development into full production
Design & re-design tooling & product related equipment.
Liaise with suppliers and customers to optimize quality, tooling and machine performances.
Resolve customer issues if they arise (8D)
Work in teams to drive improvements, in productivity cost & quality.
Identify suitable measurement methods for products Design of Lean manufacturing cells for one-piece flow, including assembly and test / calibration processes.
Design / Specification of process equipment / systems using lean methodologies, including specification of jigs / fixtures, software / database systems, and ergonomic custom benching.
Problem solving to resolve issues within a manufacturing environment.
Advise on design for production.
Supports and participates in HPT
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Qualifications
BSME/BSEE or related field.
2-5 years' experience in manufacturing engineering.
Must possess strong mechanical aptitude, ability to use basic measuring tools, and hands-on capabilities to work on projects without supervision.
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
Working knowledge of 5S, lean manufacturing, TPM, cell concept, value stream mapping or similar experience, capability preferred.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Lotus Notes preferred.
CAD knowledge with fixtures design experience, AutoCAD/Mechanical Desktop or Inventor preferred.
Knowledge of PLC's, automation, or robotics is a plus.
Outstanding communication skills
Outstanding interpersonal and leadership skills
Ability to build and lead a team through change
Strong analytical, problem solving, and project management skills
Strong organizational skills
Ability to work without direct supervision
Process Engineer is expected to be onsite 5 days a week.
Automation and robotics experience preferred
Parker Hannifin is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, we've enabled engineering breakthroughs that make energy cleaner, transportation safer, medical treatments more effective, and manufacturing more efficient.
With empowered team members in more than 40 countries, Parker serves customers across aerospace & defense, energy, HVAC & refrigeration, in-plant & industrial equipment, off-highway and transportation.
Our scale is global, but our purpose is personal. We enable breakthroughs that improve lives, strengthen communities and create a brighter future.
Our Purpose - Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow - comes to life through our people-first culture where teamwork drives performance, inclusion fuels innovation and growth is encouraged. This environment fosters collaboration and empowers team members from engineering and manufacturing to finance, supply chain, human resources, information technology and beyond.
By combining deep expertise with an entrepreneurial spirit, we help customers succeed in markets that demand performance, reliability, and sustainability.
As we look to the future, Parker is advancing initiatives in energy efficiency and sustainability while developing the next generation of talent and leaders to engineer a better tomorrow.
Benefit & Retirement Plans
Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay
Career development and tuition reimbursement
Additional benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.
Paid Time Off and 13 Company-Paid Holidays.
Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import & export regulations.
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Drug-Free Workplace
In accordance with Parker's policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.
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