Process Engineer- Die Cast

500 Bailey Ave, New Hampton, IA 50659, USA

Posted Monday, January 5, 2026 at 6:00 AM

The Process Engineer is accountable for improving overall manufacturing processes through analysis and strategic planning. This position will work with the Manufacturing Manager to identify inefficient manufacturing processes, undertaking operational analysis, work design and methods, and work to eliminate them to increase output and decrease costs. In some instances, the Process Engineer will work with the Manufacturing Manager reviewing opportunities for simplification of tasks for improved effectiveness.

This is a skilled position that requires previous experience and in-depth knowledge of manufacturing.

The position reports to the Manufacturing Manager as does the Manufacturing Coordinators, Process Engineering Technicians, Manufacturing Information Clerk and Manufacturing Lab Technicians.

The Process Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and improving manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, quality, and safety.

The Process Engineer must be able to collaborate with a cross functional team to ensure smooth transition of new processes, technologies, and equipment, while meeting project dates and budget.

The Process Engineer will participate in cross functional teams to drive root cause analysis, corrective action, and preventative measures.

The Process Engineer is responsible for monitoring and analyzing process data, identifying trends, and propose solutions for process improvement.

The Process Engineer is responsible for identifying and implementing process improvements to reduce cost, minimize waste, and increase efficiency.

The Process Engineer is responsible for monitoring and analyzing process performance metrics, such as cycle time, yield, and scrap rates while implementing solutions to meet or exceed those targets that are set.

The Process Engineer must provide technical support and troubleshooting expertise to resolve process related issues and implement solutions to address those issues.

The Process Engineer is responsible for training and guidance to the production team on procedures, equipment, and any new processes to ensure successful operation and implementation.

The Process Engineer is responsible for staying up to date with the latest advancements in process engineering technologies, methodologies and best practices.

The Process Engineer is responsible for establishing all documentation that is related to the process, such as APQP, machine setup, machine operations, tooling instructions, work instructions, and gage instructions.

The Process Engineer is responsible for assisting Product Design with existing or new designs to ensure their manufacturing process and methods to ensure manufacturability can sustain safety, quality, and productivity.

The Process Engineer is responsible for all the tools that are needed in their manufacturing area. This can include molds, dies, fixtures, gages,

The Process Engineer is responsible for competing projects on spec, on time, and on budget.

Skills in human relations are very important since the incumbent must work closely with many people. Therefore, the incumbent must possess excellent communication skills, including both written and oral.

• One of the primary responsibilities of a Process Engineer is to analyze current production procedures and standards to identify inefficiencies.
• Spend time on the production floor analyzing both employee and machinery workflow to find out where the process can be streamlined for lower costs and higher productivity while maintaining safety and quality.
• Assists in the monitoring of government requirements (EPA, OSHA, etc.) to ensure work centers are in compliance with established standards.
• A requirement of this position is the ability to interact with individuals throughout the company, as well as individuals external to the company.
• The identification and/or generation of all documentation related to the integration of new products into the production environment.
• Perform analysis of part design characteristics, specifications and tolerances of parts, manufacturing process design, set up and tooling. Identification of subsequent changes to manufacturing drawings, as necessary.
• Optimization of processes to meet objectives of lowering cost and/or improving quality and productivity.
• Prior to project completion the Process Engineer will provide the proper documentation in the assembly and maintenance along with other technical files to Maintenance & Facilities Engineer.
• At project completion the Process Engineer is responsible for monitoring the new procedures and reporting successes and failures to the Manufacturing Manager.
• Actively promote process improvement to ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations and to secure the future business position in the marketplace.
• Attend meetings and contribute to new…