Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer visa sponsorship. (Note: Direct-hire role; H-1B, OPT, and CPT candidates cannot be considered
. About the Role & Locati
onWe are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing / Process Engineer to drive process stability, continuous improvement, and capital project execution. If you want high-visibility ownership over capital equipment and Lean strategy, this is i
t. The Location: Nestled in the scenic bluff country of Northeast Iowa, this vibrant community is famous for its outdoor recreation (world-class trout streams and trails), craft breweries, and excellent quality of li
fe. Relocation Note: Not in Iowa? We provide a full relocation package and are actively targeting engineering talent looking to make a short move from neighboring Minnesota or Wiscon
sin. Key Responsibil
itiesOptimize Production: Monitor floor performance, analyze production data (scrap, downtime), and lead root-cause analysis to improve throug
hput.Drive Lean Initiatives: Champion Kaizen events and leverage Lean/Six Sigma tools to eliminate waste and optimize cycle t
imes.Execute Capital Projects: Lead CapEx projects from cradle to grave—including equipment selection, ROI justification, vendor management, installation, and valida
tion.Quality & Safety: Spearhead non-conformance investigations (CAPA) and integrate safety and ergonomics into process des
igns.Qualifica
tionsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or rela
ted).Experience: 4–7 years of hands-on process/manufacturing engineering experience in a production environ
ment.Skills: Proven track record with Lean manufacturing and capital equipment installation/commissio
ning.Mindset: Must love being hands-on on the shop floor working directly with operations and maintenance t
eams.Travel: Up to 15% travel requ
ired.
PerksCompetitive base + performance b
onus.Comprehensive tri-state relocation assist
ance.Direct ownership of capital projects and site continuous improve
ment.
Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Engineering
Industries
Manufacturing and Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
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