Manufacturing Engineer

JOB SUMMARY: The Manufacturing Engineer leads engineering support and continuous improvement initiatives to drive safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance. This role partners cross-functionally to ensure robust processes, reliable equipment, and successful product launches while promoting a Lean, data-driven culture.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide technical support for manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and automation improvements
• Ensure compliance with EHS, quality systems, and customer requirements
• Lead capital projects from justification through installation and validation
• Drive equipment reliability and process capability improvements with Maintenance and Quality
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, 5S, and structured problem-solving tools
• Track and report performance metrics (productivity, scrap, safety, delivery)
• Support new product launches including APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and PPAP readiness
• Develop and maintain process documentation, standards, and work instructions
• Partner with leadership to execute plant CI strategy and support operational readiness
• Coach and influence teams on CI tools, accountability, and standard work

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

*EDUCATION:*

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field preferred

*EXPERIENCE:*

• 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred
• Experience with APQP and/or core tools (PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC) preferred
• Automotive or Tier 1 manufacturing experience preferred

*REQUIREMENTS/CERTIFICATIONS:*

• Lean or Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or Black Belt) preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)
• Working knowledge of CAD and data analysis tools
• Strong problem-solving, project management, and communication skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to work in a manufacturing environment including standing, walking, and accessing equipment for extended periods
• Frequent movement between office and production floor
• Ability to work around industrial equipment safely
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs. and work in varying physical positions (bend, reach, climb) frequently

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to variations of noise, dust, temperature, and industrial equipment
• Required use of PPE (safety glasses, steel-toe shoes, hearing protection)
• Combination of office-based engineering work and hands-on shop floor support
• May require on-call support for troubleshooting and/or off-shift and/or weekends to support coverage gaps, production, launch activities, CI initiatives and/or project implementation

Other Duties: This job description is not intended to be all inclusive and position may include additional duties, responsibilities, and/or activities.