Process Engineer
| Posted On | Jun 03, 2026 |
| Location | Zanesville,Ohio |
| Salary | 55000-80000 |
| Category | Manufacturing |
| Status | Full Time |
Process Engineer
Developmental Rotational Program
A growing manufacturing organization is seeking a Process Engineer to join its operations team. This position is ideal for an early-career engineer who wants broad exposure to plant operations while building the technical and leadership skills needed for long-term advancement.
The role offers hands-on involvement across manufacturing, process optimization, equipment reliability, quality systems, and operational excellence initiatives. You'll work directly with production leadership and technical teams to improve performance, solve problems, and support day-to-day plant operations.
What You'll Do
Manufacturing Operations
- Partner with production teams to support daily manufacturing activities and achieve operational goals
- Monitor process performance and help resolve production challenges.
- Assist with workflow planning, labor utilization, and production execution.
- Help maintain consistency through established operating practices and procedures.
Process Optimization
- Analyze production data to identify opportunities for efficiency gains.
- Support continuous improvement projects focused on productivity, waste reduction, and throughput.
- Track and report key operational metrics.
- Participate in projects aimed at improving equipment performance and process stability.
Equipment & Reliability
- Work closely with maintenance personnel to address equipment-related issues.
- Assist with troubleshooting manufacturing processes and production equipment.
- Support preventive maintenance initiatives and reliability improvements.
- Contribute to equipment upgrades, process modifications, and capital projects.
Quality & Operational Excellence
- Help maintain product quality and manufacturing consistency.
- Participate in investigations related to process deviations and quality concerns.
- Support corrective and preventive action efforts.
- Ensure adherence to internal standards and industry requirements.
Safety & Environmental Stewardship
- Champion a strong safety culture throughout the facility.
- Participate in safety observations, audits, and improvement initiatives.
- Assist with identifying and mitigating workplace risks.
- Support compliance with environmental, health, and safety programs.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Partner with operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.
- Contribute to project teams and plant initiatives.
- Present findings, recommendations, and progress updates to leadership.
- Build strong working relationships across the organization.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Industrial Technology, or a related technical discipline.
- Internship, co-op, or manufacturing experience is a plus.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Interest in manufacturing operations and process improvement.
- Effective communication and teamwork abilities.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced production environment.
What We Offer
- Structured development and mentoring from experienced manufacturing leaders.
- Exposure to multiple areas of plant operations and engineering.
- Opportunities to lead projects and take on increasing responsibility.
- Clear advancement potential into leadership and technical career paths.