Senior Process Engineer - Metal Manufacturing - PA

Help the team produce high-quality products safely and consistently. Improve equipment reliability by setting up systems to reduce breakdowns and delays.

Client Details

My client is a premier provider of high-performance aluminum sheet, plate, and extruded products, supporting essential industries such as transportation, aerospace, construction, industrial manufacturing, and packaging. Committed to innovation and operational excellence, they deliver tailored solutions that drive value for their global customers. Join them in advancing the future of aluminum and shaping the industries that rely on it.

Description

• Help the team produce high-quality products safely and consistently.
• Improve equipment reliability by setting up systems to reduce breakdowns and delays.
• Use predictive and preventive maintenance tools to reduce equipment failures.
• Recommend long-term upgrades to machinery and processes using best practices and team input.
• Support the yearly budgeting process by defining project needs and costs.
• Help plan and manage maintenance spending in your area.
• Lead or support cross-functional teams to address recurring problems and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Run or assist with in-depth problem-solving sessions to uncover root causes.
• Manage projects from start to finish, including choosing vendors, preparing safety documents, and overseeing installations.
• Coordinate resources from both maintenance and production during scheduled shutdowns.
• Track and report key reliability metrics to find areas needing improvement.
• Set up and maintain equipment lists and conduct risk assessments for important assets.
• Develop maintenance strategies like FMEA or RCM for critical machinery.
• Write or update standard procedures as needed to reflect changes or improvements.
• Stay involved with day-to-day operations and be a go-to person on the floor for troubleshooting.
• Promote safety and follow all policies and regulations.
• Explore new technologies and suggest tools to enhance performance.
• Work with maintenance teams to create predictive maintenance schedules.
• Support changes in processes that may impact safety or product quality.
• Report on reliability efforts and projects during team meetings.
• Help align team goals with broader company and site objectives.

Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering required.
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in process engineering within a manufacturing setting (metals preferred); or 5 years of relevant experience.
• Comfortable using CAD tools such as AutoCAD.
• Must be available to work flexible hours if needed.
• Must be authorized to work in the U.S.; no visa sponsorship is offered for this role.

Job Offer

• Competitive salary and compensation package.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Fully on-site role in Lancaster, PA area.
• Professional development opportunities and career growth potential.

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