Floor-Driven Manufacturing Engineer — Lean & CAD

GRIT STAFFING; Passaic (NJ); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to analyze and improve manufacturing processes on the production floor. The role emphasizes ownership, proactive problem solving, and collaboration across production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach, strong CAD experience (SolidWorks), and a background in food manufacturing, packaging, or consumer products, with demonstrated project management skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 3–5 years hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• 3+ years of CAD experience, including SolidWorks.
• Experience in food manufacturing, packaging, or consumer products.

Responsibilities

• Improve manufacturing processes to boost productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Lead Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives to reduce waste.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support equipment and process improvements and new technology development.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new products and processes.
• Coordinate engineering projects, manage timelines and resources.

Job description

GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to analyze and improve manufacturing processes on the production floor. The role emphasizes ownership, proactive problem solving, and collaboration across production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams.

The ideal candidate will have a hands-on approach, strong CAD experience (SolidWorks), and a background in food manufacturing, packaging, or consumer products, with demonstrated project management skills.