Sr. Process Engineer (Mechanical)

Jacuzzi Group is a leading global manufacturer, specializing in hot tubs, swim spas, baths, showers, saunas, and pool equipment. With a diverse portfolio of well-known brands and over 65 years of experience, we are dedicated to providing innovative wellness products to consumers worldwide. We’re currently seeking a highly skilled and experienced  Sr. Process Engineer to join our team!

We are looking for an exceptional Senior Process Engineer (Mechanical/Industrial) to lead plant optimization initiatives for our foam product manufacturing operations. In this high impact role, you will analyze and improve production processes, optimize factory floor layouts, and implement best-in-class manufacturing practices to increase efficiency, safety, and throughput. Your expertise will directly enhance product quality, reduce downtime, and drive operational excellence throughout the plant.

Requirements

Responsibilities

• Optimize plant layout by designing and improving factory floor layouts to maximize space utilization, improve safety, and support future growth.
• Improve productivity by studying the current process and identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and wasted movement, developing and implementing solutions that increase throughput and reduce cost.
• Material flow optimization in planning and implementing efficient material handling, storage and inventory control systems to streamline production flow and minimize delays.
• Champion the adoption of next generation automation technologies, proactively identifying and integrating advanced automated solutions to drive productivity, consistency, and long-term plant competitiveness.
• Drive ongoing enhancement initiatives to enhance plant operations, remove obstacles, and maximize equipment efficiency.
• Review and analyze production data to uncover trends, spot inefficiencies, and understand the underlying causes of downtime and scrap.
• Develop, document, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for critical plant processes.
• Evaluate and introduce new technologies and automation to improve cycle time, throughput, and quality.
• Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and production teams to effectively resolve mechanical and process challenges.
• Mentor and train engineering and operations teams on lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and other best practices.
• Prepare detailed reports, analyses, and recommendations for leadership on plant performance improvements.
• Other duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Willingness to take direction and learn from others; an enthusiastic self-starter who seeks out challenges.
• Ability to multi tasks and work efficiently under tight timelines.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities
• Enthusiastic individual with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to work well with others, self-motivated, strong team building skills.
• Experience in the bath or building products industry a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• 10 + years of process manufacturing engineering experience in a plant environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in plant optimization, lean manufacturing, and process automation.
• Hands-on experience with equipment layout, process flow, and capital project implementation.
• Proficiency with CAD (SolidWorks preferred), MS Office, and data analysis tools.

Compensation

• Salary starting at $90,000+ (based on experience)

Benefits

• F ull benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA
• 401K with matching program
• Positive company culture, supportive team/management
• Future growth potential into Supervisor/Management role