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Job Title: Quality & Manufacturing Process Engineer

Location: Ames, Iowa

Salary: $85,000 - $95,000

Job Summary of the Quality & Manufacturing Process Engineer: The Manufacturing/Quality Engineer plays a pivotal role in enhancing manufacturing processes to ensure the production of high-quality products. This position focuses on refining and optimizing processes to ensure efficiency and quality, with an emphasis on successful integration of new designs into production.

Job Duties & Responsibilities of the Quality & Manufacturing Process Engineer:

· Interpret technical documentation to create precise drawings based on engineering specifications

· Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness

· Lead the implementation of new production methods for product launches and updates

· Collaborate with design teams to transition product concepts into scalable manufacturing processes

· Identify process improvements and implement corrective actions for enhanced performance

· Support pre-production validation and process readiness activities

· Drive quality assurance initiatives and implement preventive measures for risk mitigation

· Utilize lean manufacturing tools to optimize processes and increase efficiency

· Lead improvement initiatives and cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence

· Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment with process requirements and customer expectations

· Provide training on new processes and updated standards to operational staff

Education & Experience of the Quality & Manufacturing Process Engineer:

· Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

· Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering in an industrial environment

· Proficient in ERP systems, ISO quality standards, and process optimization techniques

· Experience in industrial/heavy-duty products is advantageous

· Strong analytical, communication, and project management skills

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CAD tools with the ability to manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines

· Familiarity with lean manufacturing tools such as 5S, value stream mapping, and Six Sigma is preferred

· Proficient in leveraging ERP systems to enhance operational efficiencies