Process Engineer - Battle Creek Area

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Battle Creek region seeking Process Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

• →Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency and quality.
• →Conduct root cause analysis of process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• →Develop and maintain process documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, and SOPs.
• →Utilize statistical process control (SPC) and other analytical tools to monitor process performance.
• →Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support new product introductions and process improvements.
• →Identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities through process optimization.
• →Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality standards in all process designs and operations.

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven experience with process optimization, statistical process control (SPC), and lean manufacturing principles.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II).
• Demonstrated ability to lead and manage continuous improvement projects and cross-functional teams.

• Experience with Lean Six Sigma methodologies (Green Belt or Black Belt certification preferred).
• Proficiency in data analysis tools (e.g., Minitab, JMP, R, Python) for process optimization and root cause analysis.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and facilitate cross-functional teams in process improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with automation technologies and their application in manufacturing processes.

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The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.