Hands-On Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Process Improvement

GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions; Totowa (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer for a fast-paced production environment. You will work on the production floor to analyze, develop, and improve processes that increase productivity, reduce costs, and enhance product quality. The role requires independent initiative, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks), and proven project leadership in manufacturing settings. The environment emphasizes operational excellence and teamwork on the shop floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or similar.
• 3–5 years hands-on experience in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• 3 years CAD experience, including SolidWorks.
• Experience in food manufacturing, packaging, or consumer products.
• Knowledge of Lean, CI, or Six Sigma methodologies.
• Project management experience with multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Experience supporting new technology development and product development.

Responsibilities

• Improve manufacturing processes to increase productivity, quality, and reduce costs.
• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead root cause analyses and implement corrective actions.
• Support equipment and process improvements and new installations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product development and manufacturing innovation.
• Drive technology evaluation, equipment upgrades, and process optimizations.
• Improve equipment reliability and coordinate preventive maintenance.
• Manage engineering projects from planning to execution.
• Provide guidance and training to technicians.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Project Management

Root Cause Analysis

Manufacturing Optimization

Cross-functional Collaboration

Analytical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

CAD

Job description

GRIT Staffing & HR Solutions is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer for a fast-paced production environment. You will work on the production floor to analyze, develop, and improve processes that increase productivity, reduce costs, and enhance product quality. The role requires independent initiative, strong CAD skills (SolidWorks), and proven project leadership in manufacturing settings. The environment emphasizes operational excellence and teamwork on the shop floor.