Job Details: Job Location: 301 ENTERPRISE DRIVE - PHILIPSBURG, PA, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Negligible, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Engineering, General Summary:
The Lead Process Engineer is responsible for overseeing process development, optimization, and project execution across manufacturing operations while leading a team of process engineers and techs. This role includes mentoring team members and responsibility for managing formal performance feedback. The Lead Process Engineer and their team will support new product introductions, troubleshoot manufacturing issues, and drive efficiency and quality improvements across the facility. All tasks will be performed while supporting the policies, goals, and objectives of the company.
Education and/or Experience:
B.S. in engineering or other technical discipline
5+ years’ experience in manufacturing,
2 years in a leadership or supervisory role preferred
Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Ability to read and interpret blueprints and engineering drawings
Proficient with Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Minitab
Experience with polymer compounding, injection molding, sintering, or CNC machining
Able to design tooling, fixtures, and part using solid modeling software
Above average attention to detail
A strong commitment to on time task completion
Ability to work in fast paced manufacturing environment
Ability to present technical data concisely in a timely manner
Well-organized, safety-conscious, and accountable for actions and performance
Sound judgment, problem analysis, and decision-making skills that follow established processes, procedures, and policies
Strong leadership, coaching, and team development skills
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Lead, mentor, and develop a team of process engineers and techs, providing technical guidance and career development support
Conduct periodic performance appraisals and provide formal performance feedback to team members
Participate in hiring and training team members
Develop, configure, and optimize manufacturing processes from concept to production (NPI)
Drive scale-up of new products from prototype to full-scale manufacturing
Analyze process data and performance metrics to identify opportunities to improve output, reduce waste, and enhance product quality
Lead and support root cause analysis and corrective actions for process deviations or production issues (MRB)
Assist in ramp-up of new equipment (IQ, OQ, PQ) and support preventive maintenance
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including R&D, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations
Develop and maintain process documentation: SOPs, process maps, and work instructions
Select and implement tools, equipment, or automation to enhance process capability
Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements
Conduct process validations and capability studies
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives such as Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma
Complete individual or team projects as assigned
Provide training and mentorship to molding technicians and production staff
Follow the standards of ISO13485 and ISO 9001 International Standards
Other duties as assigned
Qualifications: