Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer

Hose Master, LLC; Euclid (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Hose Master, LLC, a family‑owned manufacturer based in Cleveland, Ohio, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production through new processes, equipment, and documentation. The role focuses on BOMs, routings, and manufacturing optimization to improve efficiency, quality, and capacity in a fast‑paced environment.

You will work with engineers, production staff, and other departments to ensure cost‑effective solutions and adherence to Hose Master standards, with opportunities for Kaizen

Qualifications

• Associate or bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Business.
• Experience in manufacturing environments preferred with process knowledge.
• Strong computer skills including CAD and MS Office; good communication and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• BOM/routing management and cost-effective process improvements.
• Support production with new processes, machines, and layout documentation.
• Collaborate with engineers and production staff to meet quality and deadlines.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Project management

Communication

Manufacturing experience

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's or Associate Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Business

Tools

CAD programs

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join a family-owned & operated company with 42+ years of stability & growth with industry-leading products that are 100% manufactured in the USA!

Headquarters in Cleveland OH with regional facilities in Houston TX, Atlanta GA, and Reno NV, Hose Master is North America's largest manufacturer of flexible metal hose and metal bellows expansion joints, with over 450,000 square feet of manufacturing space.

Founded in 1982, Hose Master has established itself as the first choice in metal hose and metal expansion joints for industrial markets including power generation, refining and petrochemical, steel, pulp and paper, chemical processing, marine and offshore, liquid terminals, and bulk material handling.

We are passionate about providing customer-driven designs, manufacturing excellence, and superior service. Innovation and application expertise are the cornerstones of our identity and the fuel for our growth.

The Manufacturing Engineer provides support to the production group through pro-active work on manufacturing projects and processes. This includes, but is not limited to, development and implementation of new processes and/or machines, establishing and maintaining BOM and Routing rules, involvement in Kaizen events, and ensuring accurate documentation of the manufacturing process capability and capacity. This person must work collaboratively on projects with other engineers, production employees and other various departments as needed to complete projects on time. They must perform their daily tasks and project work in the most cost effective manner while meeting customer needs and ensuring quality and workmanship is held to Hose Master Standards.

PRIMARY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• BOM and routings
• Customizing BOM's and routings as needed for custom engineered orders
• Assisting with quotation of large volume and OEM inquiries that may require special manufacturing techniques
• Product/manufacturing optimization for efficiency and performance
• New machine sourcing
• Developing and documenting necessary quality layout information for to the quality assurance department on new processes and machines
• Demonstrate support for company programs through words and actions.
• Resolve product, process and design issues.
• Implement process improvements to the design procedures to increase efficiency and accuracy.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Recognize other issues and perform necessary duties to correct problems.
• Great Mechanical and Technical Aptitude

QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Associate or bachelor's Degree (or equivalent, in Mechanical Engineering or Business) or demonstrated equivalent through work experience.
• Experience: Strong technical ability and mechanical aptitude, manufacturing experience preferred (Welding, Fabrication, Machining, Production Equipment, and Assembly). Demonstrated project management capability
• Skills: Strong computer skills (e.g. Microsoft Office, CAD programs). Good communication, influencing skills, and decision making ability.

COMPETENCIES

• Honorable : Be HONEST, Treat others FAIRLY, Behave with INTEGRITY
• Loving: CARE for the well-being of our team, Treat others with KINDNESS
• Professional : Treat others with RESPECT, Be RELIABLE by following through and honoring commitments, Be RESPONSIBLE and own your stuff
• Customer Focused : APPRECIATE how each of our roles impacts others, Provide great SERVICE to all we encounter
• Quality Minded : DO IT RIGHT, Imagine a better way, CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
• Hardworking : DEDICATE to giving your all, Be PASSIONATE, show pride in your work

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Walk up to a ¼ mile at a time.
• Bend, squat, reaches as needed.
• Have good vision/corrected to 20-20.
• Good Hearing and finger dexterity.
• Must understand and speak English.
• Sitting, standing, walking, lifting and/or carrying objects up to 50 lbs.
• Environmental requirements include working indoors in a high noise level and humid environment.

Hose Master is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law.