Process Engineer | Ripon, WI

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a motivated and hardworking individual to join our team in Ripon, WI as a Process Engineer. You will be part of a group of engineers dedicated to high-quality work, value-add solutions, skill development, and career growth. We  welcome candidates from the Ripon, Appleton, OshKosh area and beyond to apply.  

Employees working in Ripon, WI have a short commute from Northfield, Owatonna, and Waseca and will enjoy professional growth and community engagement through our regional presence in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota and South Dakota.

As a Process Engineer, you will:

• Engineer and maintain production methods, finishing processes, and equipment
• Collaborate with engineering, production, quality, purchasing, planning, and maintenance teams
• Identify improvements in safety, quality, throughput, and cost
• Implement process changes and update operational standards
• Evaluate vendor proposals for new equipment
• Select and implement manufacturing processes that support competitive production
• Optimize current and new processes using continuous improvement
• Partner with production and maintenance to ensure equipment operates in like‑new condition
• Perform time studies and support process development including visual work instructions
• Provide production support and troubleshoot process issues
• Reduce scrap, rework, cycle time, and other cost drivers
• Specify tools, jigs, and fixtures
• Coordinate projects and support daily troubleshooting
• Participate in Kaizen events
• Collaborate with suppliers and Applied partners across the Fox Valley, Wisconsin, to strengthen manufacturing performance
• Support projects that impact communities in Ripon, Fond du Lac, Oshkosh, Neenah, Menasha, Appleton, Berlin, Green Lake, Princeton, Waupun, Rosendale, North Fond du Lac, Winneconne, Omro, Markesan, and Brandon
• Contribute to a dynamic environment that values ownership, innovation, and hands‑on problem solving

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor of Science in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering required
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing process improvement or industrial processes
• Hands‑on production‑floor experience in a fast‑moving environment
• Ability to lead projects and manage multiple priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to document complex processes