Process Optimization Engineer -- Discrete Manufacturing in Saint Louis

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionProcess Optimization Engineer — Discrete Manufacturing

Location: St. Louis, MO

Salary: $65,000–$95,000+ (Compensation based on experience)

Imagine Your First 90 Days

You step onto the production floor of a family-owned manufacturer with 80 years of craftsmanship behind it. On day one, you meet the VP of Engineering—the leader you’ll report to—and tour the lines you’ll help refine. By week two, you’re collaborating with production and maintenance to trace a quality deviation to its root cause. By the end of the first quarter, you’ve implemented changes that lift throughput, reduce scrap, and make operators’ work smoother.

If shaping processes, solving tough problems, and seeing your ideas move straight into production energize you, this role was built for you.

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Work where innovation and continuous improvement are core values
• Make a visible impact on quality, efficiency, and delivery
• Grow in a stable, family-owned environment that invests in people

What You’ll Tackle

• Create, implement, analyze, and refine manufacturing processes and systems to elevate performance.
• Capture, document, and optimize current methods for clarity and repeatability.
• Lead root cause investigations to resolve production and manufacturing issues.
• Propose and deploy improvements that enhance quality, productivity, and efficiency.
• Partner with production and maintenance teams to troubleshoot and solve technical challenges.
• Assist with machine setups and address equipment failures to minimize downtime.
• Investigate and close out deviations from product specifications.
• Inspect in-process parts to verify alignment with engineering requirements.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives across the facility.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships and communicate effectively.
• Safeguard sensitive engineering and manufacturing information.

About the Role

This is a hands-on engineering position that reports directly to the VP of Engineering. You will own process implementation and maintenance, working shoulder-to-shoulder with production and maintenance to optimize operations for quality and throughput.

What You Bring Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Solid grasp of core engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
• Sharp analytical mindset and strong problem-solving ability.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Comfort working independently and collaborating across departments.

• Background in metal fabrication and welded assemblies.
• Hands-on experience improving and troubleshooting manufacturing processes.
• Familiarity with production equipment and common manufacturing techniques.

Experience Level

• Recent engineering graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Experienced engineers with 8+ years of relevant background are also encouraged to apply.
• Compensation will be based on qualifications and experience.

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• 401(k)
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term career growth opportunities
• Stable, family-owned manufacturing environment

Ready to turn smart ideas into better products, faster cycles, and steadier lines? We’re excited to meet you.