Process Engineer/ Project Manager at Altec Group

Aegis Worldwide

Process Engineer/ Project Management

Elwood, IN

$90k - $110k plus 10% Performance Bonus

If you are looking for a great company with an even better company culture, consider this Process Engineer/ Project Manager role in the Elwood, IN area! Aegis Worldwide is partnered with a manufacturer in Elwood, IN and we are looking for candidates that have experience being a hands-on process engineer spearheading projects from start to finish, Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field, and experience working within manufacturing environments.

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Responsibilities:

• Develop, optimize, and implement manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for process improvement.
• Lead cross-functional project teams to execute capital projects, process improvements, and new product launches.
• Manage project timelines, budgets, and resources to ensure deliverables are met on time and within scope.
• Design and test new processes, equipment, and workflows to improve production capabilities.
• Create detailed project plans, including objectives, milestones, risk assessments, and contingency strategies.
• Act as a liaison between engineering, production, and quality teams to align process improvements with business goals.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards during process and project execution.
• Perform root cause analysis for production issues and implement corrective and preventative actions.
• Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and prepare reports to communicate project and process performance to stakeholders.
• Oversee installation, testing, and commissioning of new machinery and equipment.
• Train and mentor production staff on new processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Manage supplier and vendor relationships for project materials, equipment, and services.
• Utilize Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies to drive operational excellence.
• Maintain thorough documentation of process designs, project plans, and improvement initiatives for future reference.
• Present updates to senior management, highlighting project progress, challenges, and solutions.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial, or related engineering
• 5-10 years of experience in industrial environment preferably food/beverage manufacturing
• Experienced in food safety, hygienic design, international aseptic, beverage and juice standards
• Hands on mechanical experience and capability; able to troubleshoot complex mechanical machinery
• Proven experience with pumps, valves, instrumentation, pneumatics, and process design
• Proven experience with different fabrication methods used with stainless steel construction including welding methods, materials selection, surface finish requirements and finishing methods
• Experienced in thermodynamics calculations, heat exchanger calculations and design (plus)
• Steam and condensate, industrial HVAC, and metallurgy