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Manufacturing Process Engineer

12/23/2025

The Manufacturing Process Engineer will optimize manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency and reduce waste. They will collaborate with various teams to support new product development and drive continuous improvement initiatives.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
The Gund Company is a vertically integrated manufacturer and fabricator of engineered material solutions. We operate 13 facilities worldwide, including our materials testing laboratory in Milwaukee and our world headquarters in St. Louis, MO. Since 1951, we have listened to our customers and learned about the demanding operating environments of their industries. We are AS9100D Certified and ITAR Compliant. Our custom fabricated parts are manufactured according to ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems. We take a consultative, engineering approach to understanding the electrical and mechanical needs of your application. Our material specialists provide options that meet or exceed your requirements as well as sharing insights on how to optimize production for material yield, fabrication efficiency, and cost reduction. The Gund Company has unparalleled capability and capacity to satisfy the customer's toughest requirements. As a vertically integrated materials manufacturer, we control our supply chain, which allows us to meet our client's tightest timelines. Over the past 70+ years, The Gund Company has developed a reputation for outstanding customer service, quality, responsiveness, and application knowledge. Our advanced manufacturing and fabrication capabilities allow result in custom parts to fit your specific application. For more information on any of our products or services, please visit our website at www.thegundcompany.com or contact one of our material and fabrication specialists. We look forward to serving you!
About the Role

Description

  Are you ready to drive innovation and continuous improvement in manufacturing? 
Join our Walnut, CA team as a Manufacturing Process Engineer and help us deliver exceptional results in a collaborative, fast-paced environment! New graduates welcome to apply! 


Location: Walnut, CA
Annual Salary: $75,000+ (DOE)


  

About The Gund Company

At The Gund Company, we are more than a global leader in manufacturing and fabricating engineered material solutions in electrical insulation—we are a vibrant community of innovators, collaborators, and problem-solvers who are passionate about making a difference. With 17 facilities worldwide, we deliver engineered material solutions and custom-fabricated parts, all backed by ISO 9001:2015 certified quality systems and a reputation for exceptional customer service and quality.


Position Overview - Manufacturing Process Engineer

  • Optimize manufacturing processes to reduce cycle time, material usage, and process variation
  • Lead work order improvements and update Engineering Master records with best practices
  • Collaborate with Operations, HR, Sales, Service, Production, and Quality/Lean teams to enhance quality, speed, cost / efficiency
  • Support new product development, supplier/material evaluations, and R &D workorders
  • Drive margin improvement through process efficiency and gross profit reviews
  • Standardize processes, create graphical instructions, and train team members
  • Provide hands-on support for equipment, process, and material troubleshooting
  • Manage installation / implementation of new equipment, tools, processes—including operator and customer service training
  • Conduct daily Gemba walks to identify improvement opportunities and foster a culture of continuous improvement

Requirements

  • BS in Process Engineering, Industrial Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field 
  • 4 years process engineering experience, preferred
  • Minimum 2 years of experience improving manufacturing processes, Kaizen, and project management
  • Familiar with CAD, CAM software, CNC equipment
  • Demonstrated success in implementing improvements in production processes
  • Problem solving skills including Lean Tools such as 8D, 5 Why, DMAIC A3

Preferred Skills: 

  • Composites fabrication and or composites materials manufacturing experience a plus.
  • Project management experience including creating and using value stream mapping and Gantt Charts 
  • Experience and/or Certifications  in Lean, Six Sigma, 5S)

Some travel may be required


Why Join Us?

  • Safe, healthy, and inclusive work environment
  • PTO, paid holidays plus additional paid Sick Time
  • Pet Insurance
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Comprehensive, cost-effective benefits: Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability
  • 401(k) with 50% employer match (up to 6% of contributions)
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
  • Ongoing training and development programs

Be part of a company that values your creativity and invests in your future


Ready to Make an Impact as a Manufacturing Process Engineer?

Apply today and bring your creative vision to The Gund Company—where your ideas drive actual results and your career growth is our priority.

The Gund Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Reasonable accommodations are available for individuals with disabilities for the role of Manufacturing Process Engineer .




Rev: 12182025 RJ VM





Key Skills
Process EngineeringManufacturing ProcessesProject ManagementLean ToolsProblem SolvingCAD SoftwareCAM SoftwareCNC EquipmentComposites FabricationValue Stream MappingGantt ChartsContinuous ImprovementTrainingCollaborationTroubleshootingNew Product Development
Categories
EngineeringManufacturing
Benefits
Health InsuranceDental InsuranceVision InsuranceLife InsuranceDisability Insurance401kEmployee Stock Ownership PlanTuition ReimbursementPaid Time OffPaid HolidaysAdditional Paid Sick TimePet Insurance
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