Process Engineer | Kalamazoo, MI

Salary Range: $71,000 - $105,000 depending on experience

Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and improving efficiency? The Pivot Group Network, a West Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Kalamazoo seeking experienced Process Engineers.

We are building our network of talent in this field across West Michigan and the broader manufacturing region Pivot Group Network serves. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Kalamazoo region seeking Process Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates—not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
• Conduct root cause analysis of process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, including PFDs, P&IDs, and SOPs.
• Implement process control strategies and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies like Lean and Six Sigma.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on new product introductions and process transfers.
• Evaluate and recommend new technologies or equipment to enhance production capabilities.

Recommended Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience in process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven ability to analyze and optimize manufacturing processes using tools like Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Strong understanding of process control systems, instrumentation, and data acquisition.
• Experience with process simulation software (e.g., Aspen HYSYS, PRO/II) is a plus.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.

Bonus Qualifications

• Additional certifications or training

Job Titles That Should Apply

Process Engineer, Process Optimization Engineer, Manufacturing Process Engineer, Production Process Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Six Sigma Engineer, Business Process Engineer, Operations Process Engineer, Process Improvement Engineer, Workflow Engineer

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic—they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search—market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.