Process Engineer - Caledonia Area

Job Description:

Process Engineer | Caledonia, MI

Salary Range: $68,000 - $102,000 depending on experience

Are you a skilled professional with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and improving efficiency? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections in the manufacturing community. We are collaborating with companies in Caledonia seeking experienced Process Engineers.

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 working with companies in Caledonia that are adding Process Engineers to their teams. These organizations value quality over speed in hiring. By connecting with us, you position yourself for opportunities that align with what you're looking for.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct root cause analysis of process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, and operating procedures.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance product quality and reduce waste.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful new product introductions and process transfers.
• Monitor process performance using statistical process control (SPC) and other analytical tools.
• Provide technical support and training to production personnel on new and existing processes.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 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, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Strong understanding of process control systems, instrumentation, and data acquisition.
• Experience with Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping and Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

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

Job Titles That Should Apply

Process Engineer, Manufacturing Process Engineer, Production Engineer, Process Improvement Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Operations Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Process Optimization Engineer, Lean Engineer, Six Sigma 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:
Resume
Data
Offers
Diagrams
Chemical Engineering
Lean Six Sigma
Support
Product Quality
Industrial Engineering
Instrumentation
Root Cause Analysis
Six Sigma
ROOT
Process Optimization
Operations
Waste
Analysis
Salary
Hiring
Partnerships
Corrective Actions
Recruiting
Process Improvement
Compensation
Mechanical Engineering
Continuous Improvement
Optimization
R
Manufacturing
Communication Skills
Programming
Technical Support
Preparation
Data Analysis
Software
Documentation
Design
Engineering
Python
Project Management
Training
Communication
Management

Salary Package:
$ 68,000.00 - 102,000.00 (US Dollar)