Build. Optimize. Scale. GZ Printpak LLC is a U.S. manufacturer of high-quality paper packaging for consumer and luxury brands. Located in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin, the company is part of GZ Media's international print and packaging division, which brings decades of engineering and manufacturing expertise to advanced packaging production. As our U.S. facility continues to ramp up operations, we are seeking a Process Engineer who will take ownership of our production technology and ensure that our manufacturing lines run reliably, efficiently, and at the highest quality standards. This is a hands-on engineering role focused on process ownership, production performance, and continuous improvement in a growing manufacturing environment.
Position Summary:
The Process Engineer is responsible for the performance, stability, and optimization of manufacturing processes on our production lines. This role works closely with production, maintenance, and quality teams to ensure machines run consistently, produce high-quality parts, and operate at optimal efficiency. The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge with a practical, hands-on approach to troubleshooting, process improvement, and operational support.
Key Responsibilities:
Own the manufacturing process for assigned production lines, ensuring stable, efficient, and high-quality production.
Monitor production performance and analyze data to identify opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency.
Troubleshoot process issues, equipment behavior, and product quality deviations to quickly restore stable production.
Work closely with operators and maintenance technicians to resolve technical challenges and improve machine performance.
Develop and maintain process documentation, operating procedures, and setup instructions.
Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and data-driven methodologies.
Implement process changes that improve reliability, throughput, and product quality.
Support training for operators and technicians on process standards and best practices.
Collaborate with equipment suppliers and internal teams when implementing process upgrades or technical improvements.
Promote safe, standardized, and efficient manufacturing practices across the production floor.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related technical field.3–5+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering or process engineering role.
Experience working with industrial production equipment and manufacturing processes.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate production data into actionable improvements.
Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, or Six Sigma methodologies preferred.
Ability to work collaboratively with production, maintenance, and quality teams.
Hands-on mindset with the ability to troubleshoot and improve real-world manufacturing processes.
What We Offer:- Health, dental, and vision insurance 401k with company match
- Paid time off and company holidays
- Opportunity to take ownership of critical manufacturing technology in a growing U.S. operation backed by a global manufacturing leader
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At GZ Printpak, engineers play a direct role in shaping how our manufacturing systems perform and evolve. If you enjoy solving real production challenges, improving complex processes, and taking ownership of manufacturing technology, we'd love to hear from you.
Equal Employment OpportunityGZ Printpak LLC is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under federal, state, or local law.
