Process Engineering Manager

Position: Process Engineering Manager

Department: Engineering

Reports To: Chief Engineer

Location: Culpeper, VA

Compensation: Starting at $115,000/year Bonus

About the Opportunity:

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for engineering excellence? We’re seeking a highly motivated Process Engineering Manager to spearhead the development and refinement of manufacturing workflows across production and support departments. This pivotal role combines leadership, innovation, and technical expertise to drive operational efficiency, reduce waste, and deliver top-notch products. If you thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this is your chance to leave a lasting impact.

• Team Leadership: Direct and oversee engineering, quality, and tooling teams to ensure seamless execution of critical processes.
• Process Optimization: Develop, standardize, and continuously improve workflows, with a focus on key systems such as melt and sand processes.
• Documentation Excellence: Oversee and maintain accurate Bills of Materials (BOM), standard work instructions, and procedures within the ERP system.
• Collaborative Innovation: Partner with product development, design, and scheduling teams to integrate process considerations into designs, manage pattern changeovers, and prepare for production.
• Change Management: Drive the implementation of Engineering Change Requests (ECRs), First Article Testing (F.A.T.), and new product launches.
• Problem Solving: Troubleshoot production challenges through root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve quality issues.
• Quality Improvement: Lead initiatives to minimize non-conforming products (scrap) and uphold 6S standards, including calibration of control equipment.
• Tooling Oversight: Manage tooling and pattern shop priorities, supporting repairs and new product introductions.
• Safety Advocacy: Conduct safety reviews and incident evaluations to enhance processes and mitigate risks.
• Continuous Reporting: Deliver regular updates on engineering, quality, and special projects, focusing on critical-to-quality (CTQ) variables and equipment optimization.

• Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Metallurgical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Proven Experience: 5–7 years in process engineering within a manufacturing environment, with 1–3 years in a supervisory role.
• Preferred Expertise: Familiarity with sand casting foundries, blow molding, extrusion, or injection molding processes.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with ERP systems (preferably IQMS) and BOM management.
• Commitment to Quality: Demonstrated success in process improvements, troubleshooting, and ISO 9001 standards.

• We’re looking for a candidate with a strong engineering background, proven leadership skills, and a successful track record in process improvement within a manufacturing environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, required in Mechanical, Industrial, Metallurgical, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, with a focus on process engineering.
• Minimum of 1-3 years of engineering supervisory experience.
• Experience working in sand casting foundry is preferred.
• Experience with blow molding, extrusion, and injection molding processes will be a plus.
• Experience with ERP systems, particularly IQMS preferred, and managing Bill of Materials (BOM).
• Proven track record in developing and implementing process improvements and troubleshooting in a production setting.
• Experience with ISO 9001 is preferred.

• Knowledge of blow molding, extrusion, and injection molding processes.
• Experience in sand casting foundry operations.
• Proficiency in ISO 9001 standards.

• This role may involve frequent bending, lifting, and moving objects up to 50 pounds. Reasonable accommodations can be made as necessary.

Why Join Us?

This is more than just a job—it’s a chance to lead, innovate, and drive excellence in a cutting-edge environment. If you’re ready to bring your engineering expertise and leadership skills to a company that values innovation and quality, we’d love to hear from you.

Additional Information: Please note, we are unable to sponsor visas for this position. Candidates must have the legal right to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Salary : $115,000