5+ years experience in manufacturing engineering, ideally in printing or paper products
Strong understanding of commercial printing processes and finishing operations
Experience with process documentation and specification development
Knowledge of quality control methodologies and measurement systems
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Responsibilities
Engineer comprehensive production workflows for collectible card manufacturing
Document all process specifications with clear technical detail
Develop and maintain printing specifications including color management
Design and optimize card finishing processes such as cutting and sorting
Collaborate with estimating department to create accurate pricing models
Analyze production data to identify improvements and cost reduction opportunities
Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D Policies
Short and Long-Term Disability
401K with Company Match
Paid Time Off
Paid Volunteer Time Off
Full Job Description
Product Engineer in our collectible card manufacturing division, you will be responsible for engineering, optimizing, and documenting all production processes from initial printing through final pack-out. This key role bridges technical production knowledge with business operations, working directly with the estimating team to establish accurate pricing and templates.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Engineer comprehensive production workflows for collectible card manufacturing, ensuring quality, efficiency, and scalability
Document all process specifications in clear, detailed technical documentation
Develop and maintain printing specifications including color management, registration, and quality control parameters
Design and optimize card finishing processes including cutting, sorting, and specialty treatments
Create detailed pack-out specifications for various product configurations
Collaborate with the estimating department to develop accurate pricing models and templates
Analyze production data to identify improvements and cost reduction opportunities
Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions
Stay current with industry innovations and implement process improvements
Requirements
Required Skills and Abilities
History of engineering, manufacturing, or related field
5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in printing or paper products
Strong understanding of commercial printing processes and finishing operations
Experience with process documentation and specification development
Knowledge of quality control methodologies and measurement systems
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
Strong communication abilities, both written and verbal
Experience with production estimating and costing preferred
Familiarity with collectible card production a plus
Skills & Competencies
Meticulous attention to detail
Process optimization mindset
Project management capabilities
Technical writing proficiency
Cross-functional collaboration
Data analysis and interpretation
CAD/CAM software familiarity
Understanding of lean manufacturing principles
Competitive compensation and robust benefits plans are offered. Benefits include:
