Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer

Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Excellence

Location: Neenah, WI

Employment Type: Full-Time

Our client, an established manufacturing organization with a strong commitment to operational performance and innovation, is seeking a Senior Engineer, Manufacturing Excellence to lead high-impact initiatives that strengthen production capabilities and drive measurable business results. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced engineering professional to influence manufacturing strategy, introduce smarter production methods, and deliver meaningful improvements across multiple facilities.

The ideal candidate combines technical manufacturing expertise with a passion for solving complex challenges, developing people, and turning operational opportunities into lasting improvements.

This Role Offers:

• Competitive compensation with eligibility for performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, retirement savings, and paid time off.
• Opportunity to lead high-visibility engineering projects with measurable financial and operational impact.
• Exposure to multiple manufacturing facilities, technologies, and cross-functional leadership teams.
• A collaborative environment that values technical expertise, innovative thinking, and professional development.
• Opportunity to influence manufacturing practices and help shape long-term operational excellence.

Focus:

• Develop and execute manufacturing improvement strategies that increase productivity, strengthen quality, and optimize operating costs.
• Evaluate production performance to identify inefficiencies and implement practical engineering solutions.
• Lead cross-functional improvement programs involving operations, maintenance, engineering, and plant leadership.
• Identify opportunities to reduce material consumption, improve equipment performance, and eliminate unnecessary production expenses.
• Establish consistent operating practices and technical procedures that improve reliability across manufacturing facilities.
• Apply structured problem-solving techniques to resolve recurring production challenges and prevent future disruptions.
• Assess existing manufacturing technologies and recommend equipment or process enhancements that support business objectives.
• Manage improvement initiatives from initial evaluation through implementation, performance measurement, and sustained results.
• Develop meaningful performance indicators and communicate project outcomes, operational risks, and improvement opportunities to stakeholders.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to engineering professionals and production personnel.
• Collaborate with site leadership to prioritize projects, allocate resources, and support operational goals.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement through employee engagement, knowledge sharing, and practical process innovation.

Skill Set:

• Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Engineering, Industrial Technology, or a related technical discipline.
• 7 or more years of professional experience in manufacturing engineering, process optimization, or operational improvement.
• Demonstrated success leading continuous improvement projects that produce measurable operational or financial benefits.
• Working knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles, structured improvement events, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience evaluating production equipment, improving process consistency, and developing sustainable operating procedures.
• Strong analytical capabilities with the ability to interpret manufacturing data and translate findings into actionable solutions.
• Proven ability to coordinate technical projects and influence stakeholders across multiple departments.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including the ability to present technical recommendations to operational leadership.
• Experience coaching colleagues, facilitating team collaboration, and supporting organizational change.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to learn manufacturing reporting and analysis tools.

About Blue Signal:

Blue Signal is an award-winning executive search and recruiting firm specializing in connecting talented professionals with exceptional career opportunities. Our team partners with organizations across diverse industries to identify professionals who drive innovation, operational excellence, and long-term success.