Manufacturing Engineer

Springrecruits

Chesapeake (VA)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Springrecruits is looking for a results-driven Manufacturing Engineer based in Chesapeake, Virginia. The ideal candidate will have experience in optimizing production systems and improving operational efficiency. Responsibilities include analyzing manufacturing processes and designing layouts that enhance productivity.

The candidate will also develop manufacturing methods and support implementation of engineering changes while ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards.

Qualifications

Experience optimizing production systems and improving operational efficiency.
Skilled in workflow analysis, lean manufacturing, and process standardization.
Adept at bridging engineering, production, quality, and operations.

Responsibilities

Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities for increased efficiency.
Design and optimize manufacturing layouts to improve productivity and safety.
Develop and implement manufacturing methods for components and assemblies.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Manufacturing Process Optimization

Root Cause Analysis

Cross-Functional Leadership

Tools

Infor LN ERP

CAD/CAM Applications

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Results-driven Manufacturing Engineer with experience optimizing production systems, improving operational efficiency, and implementing scalable manufacturing processes across multi-functional production environments. Skilled in workflow analysis, lean manufacturing, process standardization, ERP integration, and continuous improvement initiatives. Adept at bridging engineering, production, quality, and operations through data-driven decision making, technical documentation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

Analyze manufacturing processes, production schedules, workflow constraints, and operational data to identify opportunities for increased efficiency, throughput, and cost reduction.
Design and optimize manufacturing layouts, material flow strategies, and equipment placement to improve productivity, ergonomics, and safety.
Develop and implement manufacturing methods, tooling concepts, and process improvements for components, subassemblies, and final assemblies.
Create and maintain routings, bills of materials (BOMs), inspection procedures, and technical documentation aligned with operational standards and engineering requirements.
Lead manufacturing reviews for cost overruns, tooling capability, machine capacity, and production readiness to support operational decision-making.
Evaluate labor utilization, material consumption, and production metrics to support forecasting, scheduling, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Support engineering change implementation and ensure process compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and safety protocols.
Coordinate with maintenance, production, quality, and engineering teams to sustain equipment reliability and manufacturing continuity.
Conduct root cause analysis and corrective action planning related to process inefficiencies, quality deviations, and manufacturing constraints.
Drive project ownership from concept development through implementation while aligning manufacturing objectives with corporate operational strategies.

Core Competencies