Process Engineer - Montague Area

Job Description:

Process Engineer | Montague, MI

Salary Range: $73,000 - $107,000 depending on experience

Are you a seasoned professional with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and improving efficiency? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting community growth. We are collaborating with leading companies in Montague seeking Process Engineers to lead and enhance their operations.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We are partnering with organizations in Montague that are seeking Process Engineers. These companies are committed to building strong teams and are looking for professionals who can lead initiatives effectively. By connecting with The Pivot Group Network, you position yourself for roles that match your background and aspirations.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency and quality.
• Conduct process analysis, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions for continuous improvement.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including work instructions, flowcharts, and control plans.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate new products and processes into production.
• Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other analytical tools to monitor and improve process performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues, implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies, equipment, and materials to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations in all process designs and operations.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• 3+ years of experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to analyze and optimize manufacturing processes using tools like Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Experience with statistical process control (SPC) and data analysis software (e.g., JMP, Minitab, R).
• Strong problem-solving skills with a track record of implementing solutions to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.

Bonus Qualifications

• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or higher
• Experience with simulation software (e.g., Arena, FlexSim)
• Proficiency in a programming language (e.g., Python, R) for data analysis
• Project management certification (e.g., PMP, CAPM)
• Familiarity with Industry 4.0 technologies (e.g., IoT, AI/ML in manufacturing)

Job Titles That Should Apply

Process Engineer, Process Improvement Engineer, Business Process Analyst, Operations Excellence Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, Process Optimization Engineer, Manufacturing Process Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Production Process Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at ;br>
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:
Minitab
Resume
Data
Offers
Lean Six Sigma
Support
Six Sigma
Process Optimization
Operations
Business Process
Analysis
Compliance
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Recruiting
Process Improvement
Compensation
Instructions
Continuous Improvement
Optimization
R
Manufacturing
Programming
Regulations
Materials
Preparation
Data Analysis
Software
Documentation
Design
Engineering
Business
Python
Project Management
Management

Salary Package:
$ 73,000.00 - 107,000.00 (US Dollar)