About Willbanks Metals, Inc.Willbanks Metals, Inc. (WMI) is one of the most diversesteel service centers in the Southwest United States, serving customers forover 50 years. Known for superior service and unmatched integrity, ourfamily-owned and operated business focuses on respect and reliability towardemployees, customers, and suppliers. WMI fills large-scale steel distributionand fabrication needs, providing an array of products and services that othersuppliers cannot match. We are currentlyinvesting in an enterprise-wide operational transformation, applying datasystems and process discipline to modernize how we manage logistics,production, and inventory across our facilities.Role SummaryThis is a high-impact role at the center ofWMI's operational transformation. The Process Engineer will design and optimizeproduction and logistics processes, establish process controls, and leadcontinuous improvement across our operations. You will partner directly withOperations, Fabrication, Distribution, Maintenance, Quality, and Salesleadership to drive measurable gains in throughput, safety, and cost. This roleis ideal for someone who is equally comfortable on the shop floor and in frontof data, who understands that sustainable improvement requires both disciplinedprocess design and strong relationships with the people doing the work.Key ResponsibilitiesAnalyze current-state processes and develop future-stateworkflows to improve throughput, safety, and quality.Design and implement process controls, standard work, andvisual management to reduce variation and waste.Lead continuous-improvement initiatives (5S/Lean/Kaizen),including data collection, root-cause analysis, and corrective actions.Troubleshoot bottlenecks and equipment/process issues inpartnership with Maintenance and Production leaders.Build time studies and capacity models; recommendstaffing, tooling, and layout changes to achieve takt/throughput targets.Partner with operational technology and data systems teamsto validate process data, support system requirements, and translatefloor-level observations into actionable improvements.Create and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and trainingmaterials; coach operators/supervisors on new standards.Partner with Quality to support audit readiness andadherence to applicable codes and customer requirements.Track results (OEE, scrap/rework, yield, cycle time) andpresent progress to plant leadership.QualificationsBachelor's degree in Chemical, Process, Industrial,Mechanical Engineering or related field; equivalent experience considered.Demonstrated experience in process design and processcontrol within manufacturing; steel or heavy fabrication experience is a plus.Strong analytical skills with proficiency in Excel/GoogleSheets; familiarity with statistical methods and basic SPC.Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities;hands‑on approach on the shop floor.Effective communication and teamwork skills; ability toinfluence without authority and train operators/supervisors.Preferred Experience (Nice to Have)Exposure to Lean/6S, value‑stream mapping, andtime/capacity studies.Experience introducing new equipment or processes,including trials and PFMEA/Control Plan development.Understanding of steel service center/fabricationprocesses (cutting, forming, welding, material handling).What We OfferImpact role with visibility to plant leadership andcross‑functional teams.Competitive compensation and benefits package.A culture built on respect, reliability, and long‑termcustomer relationships.Location & ScheduleFort Worth, TX (on-site). Standard plant schedule withflexibility for production support as needed.#J-18808-Ljbffr