About this opportunity

Adecco lists this Lead Process Engineer opportunity in montague, Michigan. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.

Job description

Our client is seeking a Process Control Leader to oversee and drive manufacturing process performance across a complex investment casting operation.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for an engineering professional who excels at process optimization, quality improvement, operational excellence, and developing technical teams in a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

In this role, you will:

* Lead and mentor a team of Process Owners responsible for key manufacturing processes including wax, shell, casting, heat treat, braze, core removal, and post-cast processing.

* Define and execute process control strategies that improve quality, reduce variation, and drive operational performance.

* Establish and monitor critical process metrics, KIVs, and KOVs to improve first-pass yield and reduce scrap and rework.

* Champion Statistical Process Control (SPC), Lean Six Sigma initiatives, and data-driven decision making.

* Drive continuous improvement projects focused on cost reduction, productivity, quality enhancement, and cycle time improvement.

* Partner with engineering, operations, quality, and leadership teams to ensure compliance with AS9100 and NADCAP requirements.

* Expand the use of data analytics and AI to improve manufacturing process control and operational performance.

* Lead capital projects from concept through production implementation.

What we're looking for:

* Bachelor's degree in Engineering.

* 5+ years of manufacturing experience.

* Previous leadership experience leading engineers, technical teams, or process owners.

* Strong background in process improvement, root cause analysis, and manufacturing optimization.

* Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies.

* Knowledge of aerospace manufacturing processes, AS9100, and NADCAP standards is highly preferred.

* Strong communication and leadership skills with the ability to influence across multiple functions.

Why this opportunity stands out:

* Visible leadership role with significant influence on plant performance.

* Opportunity to shape the future of manufacturing through advanced process control, data science, and AI initiatives.

* Work for a globally recognized aerospace manufacturer.

* Competitive compensation package, comprehensive benefits, retirement contributions, paid time off, tuition assistance, and career development opportunities.

If you're an engineering leader who enjoys solving complex manufacturing challenges while developing high-performing teams, I'd welcome a confidential conversation.

Best regards,