Manufacturing Engineer

MDS Staffing; Bern; On-site; CHF 58,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

MDS Staffing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize shop floor operations in Berne, IN, focusing on efficiency, safety, and quality across plant processes.

You will conduct time studies, develop labor standards, design workstation layouts with CAD tools, and push improvements through kanban, operator instructions, and data-driven analysis. Strong problem-solving and leadership are essential.

Qualifications

• Degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering (Associate or Bachelor’s).
• Proficiency with CAD software and Microsoft Office.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with Power BI, SQL, or basic coding is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Optimize Production: time studies, build Bills of Labor, and set labor rates.
• Design & Layout: Create CAD drawings for workstations, plant layouts, and material flow systems.
• Drive Efficiency: Build kanban systems, write operator work instructions, and automate processes to improve safety and throughput.
• Analyze & Improve: Perform cost analysis, root-cause problem solving, and material/equipment testing.

Skills

Time studies

Labor optimization

Problem-solving

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's or Associate in Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Office

Power BI

SQL

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer

Are you a proactive engineer who loves optimizing processes and solving problems on the shop floor? We are looking for a Manufacturing Engineer for our client in Berne, IN, driving efficiency, safety, and quality across plant operations.

What You’ll Do

• Optimize Production: Conduct time studies, build Bills of Labor, and set labor rates.

• Design & Layout: Create CAD drawings for workstations, plant layouts, and material flow systems.

• Drive Efficiency: Build kanban systems, write clear operator work instructions, and automate processes to improve safety and throughput.

• Analyze & Improve: Perform cost analysis, root-cause problem solving, and material/equipment testing.

What We’re Looking For

• Degree in Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering (Associate or Bachelor’s).

• Proficiency with CAD software and Microsoft Office.

• Strong problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.

• Experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Familiarity with Power BI, SQL, or basic coding is a plus.

No relocation - commutable candidates only.