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.
