Job Description

Manufacturing Engineer

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking a motivated Manufacturing Engineer to support site operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives within a manufacturing environment. This individual will work closely with operations leadership and the Site Continuous Improvement Leader to achieve key business objectives related to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and operational efficiency.

The Manufacturing Engineer will play a lead role in implementing and sustaining lean manufacturing principles, identifying opportunities for process improvement, and supporting the introduction of new products into production. The ideal candidate will have a strong problem-solving mindset, excellent communication skills, and experience improving manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support site operations leadership in achieving goals related to safety, quality, delivery, productivity, and continuous improvement.

• Lead the implementation and ongoing use of lean manufacturing methods, tools, and processes.

• Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing efficiency, reduce waste, and increase productivity.

• Implement manufacturing plans developed by Process Engineering for new product introductions.

• Apply root cause analysis and problem-solving techniques to identify and resolve production issues.

• Develop and implement corrective actions and error-proofing methods to prevent recurring problems.

• Support workplace organization and efficiency initiatives using 5S principles.

• Collaborate with operations, engineering, quality, and other departments to drive process improvements.

• Assist with project management activities related to manufacturing improvements and operational objectives.

• Support the implementation and maintenance of ISO standards and other business process systems.

• Read and interpret production blueprints, technical drawings, and manufacturing specifications.

• Work within a cross-functional organization to support overall business success.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or a related technical field preferred.

• Alternatively, an Associate degree combined with at least 3 years of Manufacturing Engineering Technician experience, or at least 4 years of Manufacturing Engineering Technician experience.

• Demonstrated knowledge of lean manufacturing concepts and principles.

• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

• Experience with project management and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ability to read and interpret production blueprints and technical drawings.

• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Desired Skills

• Lean Manufacturing

• Continuous Improvement

• Root Cause Analysis

• Error Proofing and Cause Prevention

• 5S and Workplace Organization

• Manufacturing Process Improvement

• Project Management

• ISO Standards and Business Process Systems

• Production Blueprint Interpretation

• New Product Implementation

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Operational Efficiency and Productivity Improvement

Physical Requirements

• Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.

Reporting Structure

• Reports directly to the Site Continuous Improvement Leader.

Reach out to thane.meiners@gogpac.com for consideration

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.