Industrial Manufacturing Process Engineer

Robinson, Inc.; Altoona (IA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Robinson, Inc. in Altoona, IA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to plan and design manufacturing systems, improve material flow, automate processes, and support capacity expansion for growth.

You will collaborate with design, operations, and project teams to deliver efficient, quality-focused production solutions. The role emphasizes lean methods, DFx feedback, and hands-on improvement on the shop floor with cross-functional teamwork.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in industrial or manufacturing engineering or related field preferred
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, PDM, and SolidWorks desired
• Familiar with fabrication nesting processes, methods, and programming
• Sheet metal fabricating, powder paint finishing, and assembly experience
• Strong understanding of material flow methods (push/pull systems)
• Experience with quoting machine cycle time and costs preferred
• Self‑starter, able to work without supervision and commitment to producing highly accurate product in all areas
• Lean or six sigma training, experience or certification a plus
• Critical thinking, logic and reasoning to troubleshoot and solve problems
• Knowledge and use of computers and Microsoft Office software
• Experience with setting up item masters within ERP preferred

Responsibilities

• Determines processes, fixtures, and tools needed to produce quality parts to customer specifications.
• Demonstrates a passion for continual improvement by identifying needs, analyzing cutting‑edge technology to incorporate into processes, oversee related activities and reporting on results.
• Analyzes layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods.
• Assist in setting up manufacturing routings and material flow methods.
• Review design renderings/prints and provide design for manufacturability feedback.
• Work with internal personnel to resolve production issues, both cost and quality related.
• Support lean initiatives for process improvement on the shop floor.
• Help develop standard work for set‑up and visual management work instructions.
• Assist Project Managers with new product launches to include identifying risk issues, creating effective production processes, monitoring launches running on the floor and providing DFM feedback.
• Understand functional areas of manufacturing processes and actively brings forth ideas for process improvement according to company objectives.
• Interact with teams of design engineers, operations labor, project managers, and the routing/estimating departments to secure deadlines.
• Identify current state work center capacity bottlenecks within manufacturing.
• Assist in processing Engineering Change Notices to the manufacturing floor.

Skills

Process optimization

Lean/Six Sigma

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree in industrial/manufacturing engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

PDM

SolidWorks

ERP systems

Job description

Company Overview

We appreciate your interest in joining our team! At Robinson, Inc. we pride ourselves on our manufacturing solutions and ownership culture, which support the industries we serve and our local communities. Robinson is employee‑owned and is driven by a dedicated team of skilled professionals that value trust, loyalty, teamwork, integrity, and accountability as the foundations of our organization. We strive to provide customer service that goes above and beyond the standard.

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Job Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer plans and designs manufacturing systems involving material flow, automation, fixturing, work content balancing, support future growth through capacity enhancements, and new facility layout planning/executing. Works collaboratively with all functional areas to increase production, improve quality and lead new techniques and processes within a manufacturing environment.

Role and Responsibilities

• Determines processes, fixtures, and tools needed to produce quality parts to customer specifications.
• Demonstrates a passion for continual improvement by identifying needs, analyzing cutting‑edge technology to incorporate into processes, oversee related activities and reporting on results.
• Analyzes layout of equipment, workflow, assembly methods.
• Assist in setting up manufacturing routings and material flow methods.
• Review design renderings/prints and provide design for manufacturability feedback.
• Work with internal personnel to resolve production issues, both cost and quality related.
• Support lean initiatives for process improvement on the shop floor.
• Help develop standard work for set‑up and visual management work instructions.
• Assist Project Managers with new product launches to include identifying risk issues, creating effective production processes, monitoring launches running on the floor and providing DFM feedback.
• Understand functional areas of manufacturing processes and actively brings forth ideas for process improvement according to company objectives.
• Interact with teams of design engineers, operations labor, project managers, and the routing/estimating departments to secure deadlines.
• Identify current state work center capacity bottlenecks within manufacturing.
• Assist in processing Engineering Change Notices to the manufacturing floor.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in industrial or manufacturing engineering or related field preferred
• Knowledge of AutoCAD, PDM, and SolidWorks desired
• Familiar with fabrication nesting processes, methods, and programming
• Sheet metal fabricating, powder paint finishing, and assembly experience
• Strong understanding of material flow methods (push/pull systems)
• Experience with quoting machine cycle time and costs preferred
• Self‑starter, able to work without supervision and commitment to producing highly accurate product in all areas
• Lean or six sigma training, experience or certification a plus
• Critical thinking, logic and reasoning to troubleshoot and solve problems
• Knowledge and use of computers and Microsoft Office software
• Experience with setting up item masters within ERP preferred

Additional Notes

• Required to be able to sit, stand, walk and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds.
• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Leadership Responsibilities

This position does not have any leadership responsibilities

Travel Requirements

This position does not have any travel requirements.

At Robinson, we value professionalism, expertise, and a dedication to craftsmanship. We offer a dynamic work environment where employees are empowered to excel and grow within their roles. Join us in our mission to deliver exceptional metal fabrication solutions while fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and employee satisfaction.

Robinson is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.