Job Title: Process Engineer – Continuous Improvement & Manufacturing Operations
Location: Grand Rapids, MI (On-Site)
Overview:
A well-established, engineering-driven manufacturer in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring a Process Engineer to support production, drive process improvements, and champion operational excellence. This is a great opportunity for someone early in their career who thrives in a hands-on, fast-paced manufacturing environment.
You’ll work closely with production, engineering, and quality teams to identify inefficiencies, improve workflows, and help scale operations for long-term growth. If you're detail-oriented, enjoy problem-solving, and want to be part of a team that values practical engineering impact—this is your lane.
What You’ll Do:
Analyze, troubleshoot, and improve manufacturing processes for safety, quality, and efficiency
Implement lean manufacturing initiatives and lead continuous improvement projects
Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and quality teams
Support equipment upgrades, tooling improvements, and layout changes
Collect and analyze data from production runs, downtime reports, and quality metrics
Develop work instructions, SOPs, and process documentation
Assist in scaling production for new products and implementing process changes
Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action efforts
What We’re Looking For:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or related field)
2+ years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or production environment
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, process optimization, or Six Sigma tools
Familiarity with production equipment, tooling, and plant layouts
Experience with data collection, analysis, and reporting tools (Excel, Minitab, etc.)
Bonus: exposure to ISO standards, ERP systems, or quality control processes
Why This Company?
Engineering-focused culture that empowers problem-solvers
Hands-on exposure to complex manufacturing systems
Stable, growing company with long-term career opportunities
Competitive pay, benefits, and growth path toward senior engineering or operations roles
A culture that values precision, autonomy, and practical impact
To Apply:
Email your resume to julian.maldonado@gogpac.com or text 346.586.4255 to learn more.
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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
