Process Engineer

Adecco Romania is recruiting on behalf of one of its clients, a well-established international manufacturing company based in Baia Mare.

Our client is a leading European manufacturer specializing in the development and production of high-quality cable systems and wiring harnesses for industries such as automotive, industrial equipment, agricultural machinery, and commercial vehicles. With decades of experience, a strong engineering culture, and a commitment to innovation, quality, and continuous improvement, the company offers a modern production environment and long-term career opportunities.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Electrical Engineering, Automation, Mechatronics, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field).
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, industrial engineering, continuous improvement methodologies, and quality standards.
• Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing tools and structured problem-solving techniques.
• Strong analytical skills with a continuous improvement mindset.
• Good knowledge of MS Office and experience working with ERP systems.
• Intermediate level of English; knowledge of German is considered an advantage.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience in the wire harness or cable manufacturing industry is considered a strong advantage.

As a Process Engineer, you will play a key role in developing, optimizing, and improving manufacturing processes while supporting new product launches, production transfers, and continuous improvement initiatives. This position requires strong technical expertise, analytical thinking, and a proactive approach to operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Define manufacturing operations and production resources for assigned processes.
• Design and optimize production workflows according to product requirements.
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and manufacturing routings within the ERP system.
• Lead the implementation of engineering changes and new product introductions.
• Implement and monitor Lean Manufacturing tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, SMED, Poka-Yoke, Visual Management, and Process Standardization.
• Analyze production KPIs including productivity, cycle time, defect rate, OEE, and changeover time, identifying deviations and implementing corrective actions.
• Perform root cause analysis using methodologies such as 5 Why, Ishikawa Diagram, and Cause-and-Effect Analysis.
• Calculate the resources required for new projects, including manpower and production equipment.
• Coordinate and support production transfer projects.
• Monitor process performance and propose improvements aimed at increasing efficiency, reducing labor and material costs, and enhancing product quality.
• Develop, validate, and industrialize new manufacturing processes before serial production.
• Maintain and update manufacturing documentation, work instructions, process standards, and internal procedures.
• Supervise production processes and identify potential risks related to product quality, operator safety, and environmental compliance.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including Production, Quality, Maintenance, Logistics, and R&D to ensure successful project implementation.