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Process Engineer

Pinnacle Partners, Inc. Ixonia, WI

Ixonia, WI

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$75k - $100k/yr Full time Engineering Process Engineering Production Engineering

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Job Description

Pinnacle Partners, Inc. is hiring a Process Engineer for an onsite role in Ixonia, WI with a hands-on focus on improving manufacturing processes and equipment reliability.

Responsibilities

Partner with Maintenance and Production to pinpoint recurring equipment failures, downtime, and manufacturing issues.
Analyze equipment and manufacturing processes to improve reliability, efficiency, and productivity.
Develop corrective action plans for recurring equipment and process problems.
Create and implement standard work procedures to increase consistency and efficiency.
Own assigned projects from initial concept through implementation and startup.
Work alongside Maintenance during installations, modifications, testing, and equipment startups.
Provide hands-on support during projects, including physically working with Maintenance when needed.
Support capital equipment and capital improvement initiatives.
Assist with equipment upgrades and modifications to improve reliability and production performance.
Support fixture design, machine guarding, replacement parts, tooling, and process modifications.
In the first 6 months, focus on improving equipment reliability and eliminating recurring maintenance issues.
Conduct time studies and capacity reviews to evaluate manufacturing efficiency and resource needs.
Perform process observations to improve workflow, standardization, and productivity.
Document manufacturing processes, improvements, procedures, and project results.
Help implement process improvements and ensure changes are incorporated into production.
Support Industrial Engineering activities, including plant layouts, workstation setup, tooling selection, and workflow improvements.
Use SolidWorks and/or AutoCAD for parts, fixtures, tooling, plant layouts, and machine modifications.
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs).
Use JobBOSS or other ERP/MRP systems to support manufacturing and engineering activities.
Troubleshoot equipment and processes using knowledge of CNC machining, hydraulics, electrical systems, controls, and pneumatics.
Assist with evaluating and upgrading older manufacturing equipment.
Identify opportunities for cost savings, scrap reduction, improved throughput, and better utilization of manufacturing resources.
Collaborate with Maintenance, Production, Engineering, and other departments to implement improvements.
Support equipment installations and commissioning for new or modified machinery.
Evaluate manufacturing layouts and recommend changes to improve material flow and productivity.
Help identify opportunities to improve staffing, workflow, equipment utilization, and process redundancy.
Drive project challenges to completion with ownership and proactive progress.
Support continued growth and expansion of the manufacturing operation.
Work approximately 80% on the manufacturing floor and 20% on engineering, administrative, and documentation work.

Requirements

Associate's degree or higher in Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Industrial Engineering, STEM, or a related field.
3–7 years of experience in a similar engineering role in a manufacturing environment.
Strong mechanical aptitude and a hands-on engineering approach.
Willingness and ability to work directly on the manufacturing floor and alongside Maintenance personnel.
Comfortable troubleshooting equipment and physically participating in equipment modifications and installations.
Ability to read mechanical and electrical schematics.
Experience conducting time studies and capacity reviews.
Ability to observe manufacturing processes and identify improvement opportunities.
Demonstrated ability to oversee projects from start to finish.
Experience with JobBOSS or another ERP/MRP system.
Experience with cost savings, scrap reduction, and manufacturing efficiency initiatives.
Familiarity with CNC machining and manufacturing equipment.
Ability to identify and implement process improvements.
Experience developing or implementing standard work procedures.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
Ability to work independently and take ownership of projects and challenges.
Ability to collaborate effectively with Maintenance, Production, Engineering, and other departments.
Strong communication skills in a smaller, hands-on manufacturing environment.
Ability to work Monday through Friday on first shift, generally around 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.
Willingness to work overtime as needed to support projects and manufacturing operations.

Technologies

SolidWorks
AutoCAD
JobBOSS
ERP/MRP systems
CNC machining
Hydraulics
Electrical systems
Controls
Pneumatics

Benefits

$75K–$100K base salary depending on experience and qualifications.
Monday–Friday, first-shift schedule, generally around 7:00 AM–4:00 PM.
Potential for future career growth into Maintenance or other departmental leadership responsibilities.

Preferred

Experience with metal spinning, lagging, press operations, or swaging.
Experience upgrading or modifying older manufacturing equipment.
CNC machining experience.
Experience working with tube bending equipment.
Experience with hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical systems, and controls.
Experience with SolidWorks.
Experience with AutoCAD.
Experience designing fixtures, tooling, guards, or replacement parts.
Experience with manufacturing plant layouts and workstation design.
Industrial Engineering experience.
Experience in a smaller manufacturing, fabrication, or machine shop environment.
Experience working in an environment where employees are expected to wear multiple hats.
Experience with capital equipment installation and commissioning.
Experience with process standardization and workflow improvement.
Experience with Lean manufacturing or continuous improvement.
Experience identifying cost reduction and efficiency opportunities.
Experience in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial manufacturing environment.
Experience working with conveyor systems or conveyor components.
Experience with Haas CNC equipment or other CNC machining centers.

Job Details

Location: Ixonia, WI (onsite)
Compensation: Up to $100,000 per year
Work mode: Onsite
Hire type: Direct Hire

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