Lean Manufacturing Process Engineer & Automation

KOLPAK LLC; Parsons (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k)

Wellness program

Tuition assistance

Paid Time Off

Training and development

Job summary

Kolpak is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to be based on-site in Parsons, TN. The role emphasizes designing, developing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

You will analyze methods, equipment, materials and workflows, drive lean initiatives, support NPI and Engineering Change, and collaborate across production, quality, maintenance, supply chain and engineering to deliver continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• 2+ years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Six Sigma and/or Lean certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain MBOM, Product Routings, Plant Layouts, and Work Instructions.
• Lead or support Lean manufacturing initiatives and Kaizen events.
• Coordinate Engineering Change processes between Design Engineering and Manufacturing.
• Support New Product Development and Engineering Change processes.
• Drive continuous improvement of processes and assembly methods.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Problem solving

Project management

MS Office

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Kolpak is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to be based on-site in Parsons, TN. The role emphasizes designing, developing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.

You will analyze methods, equipment, materials and workflows, drive lean initiatives, support NPI and Engineering Change, and collaborate across production, quality, maintenance, supply chain and engineering to deliver continuous improvement.