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Senior Process Engineer

Open Date 5/18/2025

Shift Days

Category Engineering

Division Forkardt Hardinge

Location Elmira, NY

Remote Position Y/N

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Description

Job Title: Senior Process Engineer

Department: Machining

Shift: 1st Shift

Employment Type: Full-Time

Exemption Status: Exempt

Company Overview

Forkardt Hardinge is a leading provider of precision manufacturing solutions and tooling systems. We are committed to delivering high-quality products and exceptional service to our customers in the machining and manufacturing industries. Our team is dedicated to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement. At our Elmira location, we specialize in workholding solutions. We offer a dynamic and supportive work environment where you can contribute to cutting-edge projects and grow your career.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior Process Engineer to join our team. This critical role is responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, ensuring production efficiency, and implementing improvements to enhance product quality, safety, and cost-effectiveness. As a Senior Process Engineer, you will play a key role in troubleshooting, designing, and developing processes that support our strategic goals. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements, maintain compliance with industry standards, and contribute to the growth of the organization.

Key Responsibilities

Process Optimization: Analyze and enhance existing manufacturing processes to achieve production targets, quality standards, and cost efficiencies. Direct initiatives to minimize waste, improve yield, and reduce downtime.

Process Design and Development: Lead process design and improvement projects from conceptualization to implementation. Research and deploy advanced manufacturing technologies to fulfil customer specifications for quality, cost, and delivery.

Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Provide expert-level troubleshooting support for process-related challenges. Collaborate with operations and maintenance teams to identify root causes and implement corrective actions for process deviations.

Data Analysis and Reporting: Utilize data-driven approaches to monitor process performance. Develop and present solutions and process improvement concepts based on data trends and expert analysis.

Collaboration: Mentor and guide junior engineers, technicians, and operators, providing technical direction and support. Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams (operations, quality, safety, supply chain, etc.) to ensure seamless and efficient production processes.

Process Documentation: Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), process flow diagrams, and technical specifications.

Continuous Improvement: Champion lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies such (e.g. 5S, Kaizen) to drive efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance process quality.

Safety: Ensure that all processes are in compliance with safety regulations and industry standards.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Engineering.

Experience: 5+ years of experience in process engineering, with a demonstrated track record of process optimization in manufacturing.

Technical Skills: Proficiency with CAD/CAM software and data analysis tools such as Microsoft Power BI. A strong understanding of process design and manufacturing systems. Expertise in CNC programming, machine operation, and tooling design.

Analytical Skills: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot tooling and machining issues.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Project Management: Ability to manage multiple projects, set priorities, and deliver on deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

Proficient with advanced CNC machine tools, including 5-axis machining.

Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other process improvement methodologies.

Comprehensive understanding of material properties and machinability, including metals and composites.

Physical Requirements:

Ability to work in a manufacturing environment, including standing for extended periods.

Ability to lift up to 30 lbs and work with tools and machinery safely.

Compensation and Benefits

Pay Range: $90,000-$115,000

Comprehensive benefits package including:

Health insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Long-term disability insurance

Work Environment

Forkardt Hardinge Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer, Veteran/Disability

Updated 10.29.24

About the Organization Forkardt Hardinge WorkholdingFor over a century, Forkardt & Hardinge have been at the forefront of precision workholding solutions. Our legacy of excellence continues to set the industry standard, ensuring that your machining operations are as efficient and accurate as possible. We help you achieve the tightest tolerances and the highest quality parts that stand up to the rigors of your toughest machining tasks. Whether you need collets, chucks, rotary tables, or custom workholding solutions, our Workholding offers a comprehensive range of products to meet your specific needs. Our industry-leading innovation is driven by our research and development to bring you the latest advancements in workholding technology that is trusted by small and large machining professionals worldwide.

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

This position is currently accepting applications.