Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)
Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM), Jacksonville, Florida, United States, 32290
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Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer
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Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)
Overview IEM is currently seeking a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer for our Jacksonville, FL location and will report into the Senior Manager of Process Engineering. The Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer is a key technical leader responsible for driving strategic initiatives and delivering robust, scalable, and cost-effective manufacturing solutions. This role oversees the development, optimization, and support of advanced manufacturing processes, with a focus on operational excellence, automation, and continuous improvement. The Senior Engineer will lead cross-functional efforts to implement cutting-edge technologies, ensure regulatory compliance, and achieve world-class performance in quality, safety, and throughput. This position demands deep expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, process validation, and smart manufacturing systems, as well as strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced manufacturing processes and production systems across new and existing product lines.
Drive automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives to enable smart, data-driven manufacturing and improve operational agility.
Serve as the technical authority in cross-functional teams involving operations, quality, R&D, and supply chain to ensure product manufacturability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
Facilitate and lead high-impact kaizen events, root cause investigations (RCA), and the implementation of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including process flow diagrams, SOPs, work instructions, and training guides to ensure consistency and compliance.
Optimize production line layouts, material flow, and takt time using Lean methodologies to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
Own and drive continuous improvement of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, cycle time, scrap rate, and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
Lead capital project initiatives including equipment selection, procurement, commissioning, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).
Ensure all processes and equipment meet applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO, UL, OSHA, FDA as applicable).
Champion cost reduction strategies through design for manufacturability (DFM), value engineering, and process automation.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering; Master’s degree or advanced technical certifications (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Black Belt) strongly preferred.
7–10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing engineering role, ideally within high-volume or complex electromechanical production environments.
Proven expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Standard Work, process mapping, and statistical process control (SPC).
Proficient with CAD software, ERP systems, and manufacturing execution systems (MES); experience with digital manufacturing tools and data analytics is a plus.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with automation systems, robotics, PLCs, machine vision, or other Industry 4.0 technologies.
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with a track record of cross-functional collaboration and mentoring junior engineers.
Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization.
Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for driving operational excellence.
Why Join IEM At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.
Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com or view a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers
Non-Discrimination Statement IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.
Privacy Information collected and processed as part of your IEM Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to IEM's Workforce Member Privacy Policy.
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Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer
role at
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM)
Overview IEM is currently seeking a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer for our Jacksonville, FL location and will report into the Senior Manager of Process Engineering. The Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer is a key technical leader responsible for driving strategic initiatives and delivering robust, scalable, and cost-effective manufacturing solutions. This role oversees the development, optimization, and support of advanced manufacturing processes, with a focus on operational excellence, automation, and continuous improvement. The Senior Engineer will lead cross-functional efforts to implement cutting-edge technologies, ensure regulatory compliance, and achieve world-class performance in quality, safety, and throughput. This position demands deep expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, process validation, and smart manufacturing systems, as well as strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced manufacturing processes and production systems across new and existing product lines.
Drive automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives to enable smart, data-driven manufacturing and improve operational agility.
Serve as the technical authority in cross-functional teams involving operations, quality, R&D, and supply chain to ensure product manufacturability, scalability, and cost-effectiveness.
Facilitate and lead high-impact kaizen events, root cause investigations (RCA), and the implementation of corrective/preventive actions (CAPA).
Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation including process flow diagrams, SOPs, work instructions, and training guides to ensure consistency and compliance.
Optimize production line layouts, material flow, and takt time using Lean methodologies to increase efficiency and reduce waste.
Own and drive continuous improvement of key performance indicators (KPIs) such as yield, cycle time, scrap rate, and OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
Lead capital project initiatives including equipment selection, procurement, commissioning, and validation (IQ/OQ/PQ).
Ensure all processes and equipment meet applicable safety, quality, and regulatory standards (e.g., ISO, UL, OSHA, FDA as applicable).
Champion cost reduction strategies through design for manufacturability (DFM), value engineering, and process automation.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering; Master’s degree or advanced technical certifications (e.g., Lean Six Sigma Black Belt) strongly preferred.
7–10+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing engineering role, ideally within high-volume or complex electromechanical production environments.
Proven expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Standard Work, process mapping, and statistical process control (SPC).
Proficient with CAD software, ERP systems, and manufacturing execution systems (MES); experience with digital manufacturing tools and data analytics is a plus.
Demonstrated hands-on experience with automation systems, robotics, PLCs, machine vision, or other Industry 4.0 technologies.
Strong leadership, communication, and project management skills, with a track record of cross-functional collaboration and mentoring junior engineers.
Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization.
Strategic thinker with a continuous improvement mindset and a passion for driving operational excellence.
Why Join IEM At IEM, you’ll join a team that powers some of the world’s most ambitious projects. We’re engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you’re driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we’d love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.
Learn more about IEM at https://www.iemfg.com or view a snapshot of our benefits at https://www.iemfg.com/careers
Non-Discrimination Statement IEM does not discriminate against any applicant based on any characteristic protected by law.
Privacy Information collected and processed as part of your IEM Careers profile, and any job applications you choose to submit is subject to IEM's Workforce Member Privacy Policy.
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