Manufacturing Process Engineer - New Haven, CT

New Haven, Connecticut Permanent USD100,000 - USD110,000 per year View Job Description
This role offers the opportunity to drive continuous improvement initiatives while providing hands-on engineering support across manufacturing operations. You will play a key role in solving production challenges, optimizing processes, and implementing new equipment and technologies to enhance performance.
  • Prioritizes continuous improvement, innovation, and long-term career growth!
  • High-impact engineering projects with direct visibility to operations

About Our Client

Our client is a global, privately held manufacturing organization with a long-standing reputation for quality, innovation, and operational excellence. With an international footprint and decades of industry expertise, the company produces highly specialized engineered products that serve critical applications across a wide range of industries.
The organization prides itself on a strong, people-focused culture rooted in collaboration, integrity, and continuous improvement. Employees are encouraged to contribute ideas, participate in lean initiatives, and take ownership of projects that drive meaningful results.

With a commitment to safety, customer satisfaction, and professional development, the company offers a supportive environment where individuals can expand their technical capabilities while contributing to a broader mission of delivering high-quality, impactful products.

Job Description

  • Identify manufacturing challenges and lead continuous improvement initiatives from concept through implementation
  • Partner with production and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime
  • Analyze process inefficiencies and implement corrective actions using root cause analysis tools
  • Develop and maintain detailed work instructions and standardized operating procedures
  • Lead and participate in Lean activities such as Kaizen, A3, TPM, and 5S initiatives
  • Provide technical support across manufacturing, including safety, quality, and productivity improvements
  • Evaluate and justify new capital equipment through ROI and cost-benefit analysis
  • Coordinate equipment installation, upgrades, and repairs with cross-functional teams
  • Create and update CAD layouts for manufacturing equipment and facility configurations
  • Collaborate with customers, vendors, and internal stakeholders to resolve quality-related issues
  • Support predictive maintenance and data-driven process improvements using analytical tools
  • Troubleshoot equipment and process issues, delivering timely and effective solutions
  • Work cross-functionally with procurement, quality, and operations to meet production goals

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred
  • 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial engineering environment
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and process improvement methodologies
  • Experience with Lean principles and quality tools
  • Proven problem-solving ability with strong analytical and critical thinking skills
  • Proficiency with CAD software and other engineering technologies
  • Strong communication skills with the ability to work across all levels of the organization
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, hands-on environment
  • Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and collaboratively
  • Customer-focused mindset with a commitment to quality and continuous improvement
  • Comfortable working in a dynamic manufacturing setting with evolving priorities



What's on Offer

  • Competitive base salary plus performance-based bonus opportunities
  • Comprehensive benefits package including health coverage and retirement options
  • Opportunity to work on diverse, high-impact engineering and process improvement projects
  • Hands-on experience with advanced manufacturing processes and equipment
  • Strong career development opportunities within a stable, growing organization
  • Exposure to cross-functional teams and global operations
  • Supportive and inclusive workplace culture focused on collaboration and innovation
  • On-site role offering consistent team engagement and learning opportunities
  • Opportunity to build technical expertise in a specialized manufacturing environment



Contact
Delaney Sandner
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7059272

Job summary

Sector
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Production, Manufacturing
Industry
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
New Haven
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Delaney Sandner
Job Reference
JN-072026-7059272