Manufacturing Engineer

Sterling Engineering; Elkhart (IN); On-site; USD 85,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a prominent leader in the RV industry as a Manufacturing Engineer, focusing on driving Continuous Improvement initiatives and optimizing production processes. This role offers a competitive salary with a clear path toward management, ideal for those passionate about innovation and operational excellence.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Clear path toward a managerial role

Opportunity to lead high-impact projects

Collaborative and innovation-driven culture

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of CI methodologies like Kaizen and Six Sigma.
• Hands-on experience with equipment troubleshooting and process optimization.

Responsibilities

• Lead and implement CI/Lean Manufacturing projects to improve efficiency.
• Analyze and optimize production workflows and tooling.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve process-related issues.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

This range is provided by Sterling Engineering. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$85,000.00/yr - $90,000.00/yr

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Senior Recruiter at Sterling Engineering

Our client is a major leader in the design and manufacturing of high-quality components for the recreational vehicle (RV) industry. Known for its innovative engineering, forward-thinking projects, and a strong culture of internal growth, this company offers employees the opportunity to make a tangible impact while advancing their careers. With a focus on continuous improvement and operational excellence, they are seeking a talented Manufacturing Engineer to join their team.

The Manufacturing Engineer will play a pivotal role in driving Continuous Improvement (CI) initiatives across the plant, optimizing production processes, and contributing to the long-term reliability of equipment and systems. The ideal candidate will bring a hands-on approach to engineering challenges, demonstrate leadership potential, and grow into a managerial role overseeing the company’s maintenance operations.

What’s in it for You:

• Competitive salary ($85K–$90K based on experience)
• Clear path toward a managerial role
• Opportunity to lead high-impact projects
• Collaborative and innovation-driven culture
• Strong emphasis on internal promotion and professional growth

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and implement CI/Lean Manufacturing projects to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Analyze and optimize production workflows, tooling, equipment layout, and manufacturing methods.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (production, quality, design) to troubleshoot and resolve process-related issues.
• Support equipment upgrades, new installations, and factory layout planning.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and standard work instructions.
• Provide technical support to maintenance teams and begin transitioning into a supervisory role over maintenance operations.
• Monitor equipment performance and reliability, assisting in the development of preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and regulations in all engineering and maintenance activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing and CI methodologies (e.g., Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma).
• Hands-on experience with equipment troubleshooting and process optimization.
• Strong leadership potential with a desire to take on a supervisory/managerial path.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Manufacturing, Production, and Engineering

• Industries

  Manufacturing

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