Process Engineer | Manufacturing Engineer

Charter Wire is hiring a Process Engineer!

About Charter Manufacturing

• Charter Manufacturing is a fourth-generation family-owned business where our will to grow drives us to do it better.
• Join the team and become part of our family!

Responsibilities

• Manufacturing Enginee r Job Summary: Help improve how we manufacture today while shaping how we operate in the future.
• In this hands-on role, you will partner closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Tool Design to improve manufacturing processes, solve operational challenges, and support the introduction of new processes and equipment.
• You will help evaluate new and existing processes, clarify process ownership across Production and Maintenance, and develop sustainable solutions that reduce recurring issues and reactive problem solving.
• Your work will include a mix of long-term improvement initiatives, shorter-term projects, and day-to-day technical troubleshooting focused on improving safety, quality, yield, throughput, and overall process reliability.
• Location: Milwaukee WI Schedule: Onsite role supporting a 24/7 manufacturing operation.
• Provide technical support to operations by spending time on the floor learning processes, troubleshooting, and leading and/or participating on multiple process improvement teams.
• Create excitement, positive energy, and recognition (be an advocate) inside and outside of the business regarding CI accomplishments including internal reporting.
• Investigate, evaluate, develop project estimates, financial proposals, and manage a variety of operational projects.
• Facilitate/Lead corrective and preventative action teams resulting from customer complaints, internal quality problems, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Coordinate with Engineering on new component process and equipment planning.
• Drive variation reductions utilizing Process Control methodology.
• Define and document Standard Operating Procedures, OI’s for new and modified processes.
• Provide leadership, coaching, and facilitation in the evolution of the CI culture while supporting teamwork values.
• Identify and work to remove barriers that slow or prevent successful attainment of process improvement project goals.
• Manage process data collection and analysis as part of project tracking and completion.
• Assist with establishing and tracking key operational metrics.
• Oversee development and maintenance of heat treat procedures and practices.
• Follow Environmental, Quality and Safety Management System procedures and requirements.
• Ability to meet the essential job requirements, with or without reasonable accommodation, as outlined in the job description.

Requirements

• Up to 10% Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. Charter Manufacturing is unable to sponsor for employment visas at this time.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field.
• Three plus years’ experience in a manufacturing environment improving processes.
• Knowledge and experience with lean manufacturing methodologies and problem-solving techniques including Kaizen, 5S and 6σ.
• Basic 2D/3D CAD software skills.
• Technical skills in manufacturing processes and methods including flow, layout, assembly, and production equipment.
• Effective written and oral communication skills.
• Self-starter with strong analytical skills.
• Capacity to work in process improvement teams as a teacher, leader, and as a member.
• Knowledge of Statistical Process Control (SPC), PFMEA, process control plans, process flow diagrams, and part routings.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient with the basis features of Microsoft Office products.

Preferred

• Five plus years' proven track record of leading safety, quality, and process improvement teams within a manufacturing environment.
• Five plus years' experience in Heat Treat operations.
• Certifications in Six Sigma Green Belt or above from a recognized lean source.
• Demonstrated success in the application of lean/CI concepts in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with the Value stream approach a basis for Continuous Improvement.
• Familiarity with filament-based 3D printing.
• Proven project management including Kaizen projects.
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar software.
• Proficiency with statistical and flow charting/process mapping software.
• Leveraging AI in a production environment.
• Take the next step in your career, apply today!

Benefits

• Charter Wire Charter Wire is a leading Tier 1 supplier and manufacturer of Engineered Shaped Wire, Cold Finished Bar, and Cold-Headed and Stamped Components to various industries, including Automotive, Agriculture, Construction, Consumer, Industrial and Oil & Gas.
• Charter Wire is a member of the Charter Manufacturing family of companies. #LI-PF #LI-Onsite #CharterManufacturing #CharterCareers #OneFamilyOneTeam #CharterWire We offer comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits, along with a 401(k) plan that includes employer matching and profit sharing.
• Additionally, we offer company-paid life insurance, disability coverage, and paid time off (PTO).

Position specifics

While a traditional salaried first-shift schedule is available, there is flexibility for earlier or evening hours based on preference and business needs. Once fully trained, occasional weekend support will also be required.