Manufacturing Engineer

CoreWise Workforce Strategy Partners; Baton Rouge (LA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid holidays

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company match

Job summary

A leading engineering and manufacturing firm in Baton Rouge is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize production processes in a dynamic environment. The successful candidate will design and improve manufacturing methods and collaborate on projects across teams. A Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required, along with problem-solving and leadership skills. The role offers competitive benefits, including health insurance and a supportive work culture focused on integrity and empowerment.

Qualifications

• Manufacturing or process engineering experience preferred.
• Familiarity with automation systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Strong ability in statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making.
• Familiarity with automation systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Experience in process optimization and workflow analysis.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making abilities.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; leadership and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and refine manufacturing processes.
• Analyze production workflows, methods, and schedules.
• Support selection and troubleshooting of production equipment.
• Evaluate quality control processes to recommend improvements.
• Research automation techniques and new manufacturing technologies.
• Support selection, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of production equipment, including robotic systems.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance to meet procedures and standards.
• Plan factory layouts and equipment placement to optimize flow.
• Evaluate quality control processes and recommend improvements.
• Design and implement testing methods for reliability.
• Review labor, material, and production costs for decision-making.
• Monitor production data and efficiency metrics for opportunities.
• Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Prepare reports and provide data-driven insights for planning.
• Collaborate with design, quality, maintenance, and production teams on NPI.
• Provide engineering support by answering technical questions and requests.
• Train technicians and production personnel on new processes and equipment.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and manufacturing databases.
• Maintain knowledge through training and industry best practices.

Skills

CAD software proficiency

Process optimization

Statistical analysis

Lean Manufacturing Principles

Leadership

Effective communication

Problem-solving

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field)

Tools

CAD Software

Automation Systems

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer/Manufacturing Process Engineer

Full Time | Baton Rouge, LA

CoreWise's industry leading client is a mission-critical HVAC engineering and manufacturing company specializing in industrial, explosion-proof, and high-reliability HVAC/R and pressurization systems. Serving clients in hazardous and demanding environments, this company is known for precision, safety, and engineered solutions that perform where failure is not an option. From design and manufacturing through commissioning and long-term support, the company takes pride in delivering quality, trust, and technical excellence.

The Manufacturing Engineer/Manufacturing Process Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, evaluating, and continuously improving manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment to ensure efficient, high-quality, and compliant production operations. This role plays a critical part in optimizing workflows, supporting automation initiatives, managing production costs, and collaborating cross-functionally to support both current manufacturing operations and future growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and refine manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Analyze production workflows, methods, schedules, and space utilization to optimize manufacturing performance.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Design and support tooling, fixtures, and process improvements.

• Research and evaluate automation techniques and new manufacturing technologies.
• Support selection, installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of production equipment, including automated and robotic systems.
• Coordinate equipment maintenance and repair services to ensure compliance with manufacturer procedures and operational standards.
• Support planning of factory layouts and equipment placement to optimize production flow.

• Evaluate quality control processes and recommend improvements to enhance product and process quality.
• Design and implement testing methods to ensure product and process reliability.
• Review and calculate labor, material, and production costs to support management decision-making.
• Monitor production data, efficiency metrics, and trends to identify improvement opportunities.

• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with all applicable government laws, regulations, and safety standards.
• Prepare reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing manufacturing data and performance trends.
• Provide management with data-driven insights to support future production planning and resource requirements.
• Work closely with design, quality, maintenance, and production teams on new product introductions (NPI).
• Provide manufacturing engineering support by responding to technical questions and operational requests.
• Train and guide technicians and production personnel on new processes, equipment, and procedures.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, process instructions, and manufacturing databases.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge through ongoing training, workshops, and industry best practices.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial, or related field)
• Manufacturing or process engineering experience preferred (level dependent on experience)
• CAD software proficiency.
• Familiarity with automation systems and manufacturing equipment.
• Experience in process optimization and workflow analysis.
• Strong ability in statistical analysis and data-driven decision-making.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Project management capabilities
• Effective written and verbal communication
• Leadership and cross-functional collaboration
• Work will take place in a manufacturing environment that includes standing, walking, and interacting with production equipment.
• Occasional lifting and use of standard manufacturing tools and equipment.
• Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
• Health, dental, and vision insurance plan options
• Company-paid life insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Work for a rapidly growing company that leads the industry in engineered HVAC solutions.
• Be part of a supportive, people-focused culture built around our core values: Integrity, Precision, and Empowerment.