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Super Steel, located in Mequon, WI, is an ISO-9001:2015 certified, industry-leading Tier One production partner to global blue-chip OEMs. We specialize in complex weldments and turnkey finished products requiring high repeatability, precision, and strength. Our full-service metal fabrication capabilities include cutting, forming, machining, coating, and assembly - supporting rapid-response production and long-term serial manufacturing.
Important Application Requirements:
To reduce spam and ensure a strong match, applicants must meet all of the following:

• Currently reside within 50 miles of Mequon, WI
• Legally authorized to work in the United States
• No relocation assistance or visa sponsorship available
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in metal fabrication or sheet metal manufacturing

Applications that do not meet these criteria will not be considered.
Position Summary: We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Process Engineer to drive productivity, quality, and cost improvements across our heavy fabrication operations. This role leads time studies, continuous improvement initiatives, and applies AI-driven optimization tools to production planning, scheduling, and process control.
Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct time trials/time studies; establish work standards, takt time, and labor standards
• Analyze and optimize fabrication processes to reduce cycle time, scrap, rework, and operating cost
• Lead CI initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, 5S, and Six Sigma methodologies
• Implement and evaluate AI-based optimization tools for scheduling, throughput, predictive maintenance, and quality analytics
• Develop work instructions, SOPs, process flow diagrams, and PFMEAs
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering to resolve bottlenecks
• Perform capacity planning, line balancing, and recommend equipment/tooling/layout changes
• Monitor KPIs (OEE, cycle times, FPY, scrap rates) and report improvements
• Support NPI and prototype-to-production transitions with feasibility studies and process validation
• Train operators and supervisors on new standards and CI practices
• Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations in a heavy industrial environment

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years' hands-on experience in a metal fabrication or sheet metal environment
• Demonstrated experience performing time studies and establishing work standards
• Proven track record in process improvement and continuous improvement
• Experience applying AI/ML tools or optimization algorithms to manufacturing problems
• Familiarity with CAD/CAM, nesting software, ERP/MRP systems, and basic automation/PLC concepts
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills
• Ability to work on the shop floor in a heavy industrial environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with industrial AI platforms and production scheduling optimization tools
• Welding fabrication knowledge; press brake/laser operations experience
• SolidWorks experience

Benefits

• ICHRA Health Reimbursement Arrangement (age-based monthly pre-tax reimbursement; spouse $272; each child $135)
• Vision & Dental (Delta Dental)
• Voluntary LTD, STD, AD&D, Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• 9 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) (eligible after 90 days)
• PTO