{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"8ca72310aa2cf35b529b4928","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8ca72310aa2cf35b529b4928","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/8ca72310aa2cf35b529b4928","title":"Sr. Process Engineer (Mechanical)","description":"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!\nWe 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.\nRequirements\nResponsibilities\nOptimize plant layout by designing and improving factory floor layouts to maximize space utilization, improve safety, and support future growth.\nImprove productivity by studying the current process and identifying bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and wasted movement, developing and implementing solutions that increase throughput and reduce cost.\nMaterial flow optimization in planning and implementing efficient material handling, storage and inventory control systems to streamline production flow and minimize delays.\nChampion the adoption of next generation automation technologies, proactively identifying and integrating advanced automated solutions to drive productivity, consistency, and long-term plant competitiveness.\nDrive ongoing enhancement initiatives to enhance plant operations, remove obstacles, and maximize equipment efficiency.\nReview and analyze production data to uncover trends, spot inefficiencies, and understand the underlying causes of downtime and scrap.\nDevelop, document, and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) for critical plant processes.\nEvaluate and introduce new technologies and automation to improve cycle time, throughput, and quality.\nCollaborate with maintenance, quality, and production teams to effectively resolve mechanical and process challenges.\nMentor and train engineering and operations teams on lean manufacturing, Kaizen, and other best practices.\nPrepare detailed reports, analyses, and recommendations for leadership on plant performance improvements.\nOther duties as assigned\n\nKnowledge, Skills and Abilities\nWillingness to take direction and learn from others; an enthusiastic self-starter who seeks out challenges.\nAbility to multi tasks and work efficiently under tight timelines.\nOutstanding verbal and written communication abilities\nEnthusiastic individual with a passion for delivering exceptional customer service in a manufacturing environment.\nAbility to work well with others, self-motivated, strong team building skills.\nExperience in the bath or building products industry a plus.\nQualifications\nBachelor’s or master’s degree in mechanical engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.\n10 + years of process manufacturing engineering experience in a plant environment.\nDemonstrated expertise in plant optimization, lean manufacturing, and process automation.\nHands-on experience with equipment layout, process flow, and capital project implementation.\nProficiency with CAD (SolidWorks preferred), MS Office, and data analysis tools.\nCompensation\nSalary starting at $90,000+ (based on experience)\nBenefits\nFull benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA\n401K with matching program\nPositive company culture, supportive team/management\nFuture growth potential into Supervisor/Management role","company":"Jacuzzi Group","rawCompany":"jacuzzi group","city":"Roselle","state":"IL","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T21:28:52.918Z","occupations":[{"code":"17-2112.03","title":"Manufacturing Engineers","slug":"manufacturing-engineers"},{"code":"17-2141.00","title":"Mechanical Engineers","slug":"mechanical-engineers"},{"code":"17-2112.00","title":"Industrial Engineers","slug":"industrial-engineers"}],"industries":[{"code":"333248","title":"All Other Industrial Machinery Manufacturing","slug":"all-other-industrial-machinery-manufacturing"},{"code":"326191","title":"Plastics Plumbing Fixture Manufacturing","slug":"plastics-plumbing-fixture-manufacturing"},{"code":"332913","title":"Plumbing Fixture Fitting and Trim Manufacturing","slug":"plumbing-fixture-fitting-and-trim-manufacturing"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"Sr. Process Engineer (Mechanical)","description":"Jacuzzi Group is a leading global manufacturer, specializing in hot tubs, swim spas, baths, showers, saunas, and pool equipment. 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