Manufacturing Engineer
Compensation Range
$90K - $110KCompensation will be determined based on the successful candidate's experience, skills, and qualifications, and may also be influenced by internal equity and market conditions.
The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for driving continuous improvement in manufacturing processes, supporting daily operations, developing new manufacturing methods, and leading initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and cost-efficiency within the Machine Shop.
Key Responsibilities:
• Troubleshoot and resolve day-to-day manufacturing process issues in Assembly and Machining
• Collaborate with Engineering and Quality Assurance to ensure components meet design specifications
• Design CNC tooling, fixturing, gauges, and testing equipment
• Develop and optimize CNC programs for new and existing products
• Implement new manufacturing processes to support product launches, quality improvement, cost reduction, and capacity expansion
• Identify and propose capital equipment purchases; prepare Capital Purchase Requests
• Create and maintain shop floor work instructions and assist in training new hourly employees
• Support the Maintenance Department in resolving issues related to capital equipment
• Participate in annual budget planning to identify and project cost-saving opportunities
• Identify and introduce new technologies to improve manufacturing processes and reduce costs
• Conduct time studies and develop labor standards
• Create, implement, and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and Routers
• Track departmental production metrics and assembly efficiencies on a weekly basis
• Design and implement plant layout changes to optimize productivity
• Investigate product complaints, conduct root cause analyses, and implement corrective actions
• Maintain a log of tooling and fixturing
• Lead and participate in Kaizen and other continuous improvement events
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• Proficient in reading and interpreting technical drawings and specifications
• Strong leadership and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and lead cross-functional teams
• Proficient with MS Office (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Project) and CAD software (SolidWorks)
• Minimum of 5 years in a Manufacturing Engineering role
• Hands-on experience in machining and mechanical assembly processes
• Skilled in fixture and tooling design for both assembly and CNC applications
• Experience programming CNC equipment with Fanuc and Okuma controls is a strong asset
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing principles, including direct involvement in lean implementation and Kaizen events
• Familiarity with quality systems such as ISO 9001:2015 or equivalent
