Manufacturing Engineer

Jobtailor; Frederick (MD); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and improve processes across discrete manufacturing environments. You will lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives, optimize PLC/CNC controls, and integrate CAD/CAM with SAP systems to support on-time delivery and product quality.

The role spans office and shop floor settings, requiring collaboration with Safety, Quality, Sales, Design Engineering, and Production teams. Certifications such as Lean Sigma Black Belt and PMP are valued assets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience in discrete manufacturing.
• Lean continuous improvement in high-mix, low-volume, make-to-order environments.
• PLC and CNC programming for machine control.
• CAD/CAM and MS software products.
• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication, welding, pipe brazing, powder coating, wiring, and assembly processes.
• Competency with SAP manufacturing software.
• EH&S and IT knowledge.
• Knowledge of ISO quality systems and requirements.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to read and understand English instructions.
• Ability to sit, stand, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, talk, and hear.
• Ability to walk frequently.
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Lean Sigma Black Belt, PMP Certification, and ASQ QE Certification are listed under certificates, licenses, and registrations.

Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify, continuously improve, and document manufacturing processes and methods.
• Proactively support manufacturing operations to improve safety, quality, and productivity.
• Interface with Safety, Quality, Sales, Design Engineering, and Production teams.
• Ensure manufacturing processes support customer on-time delivery and satisfaction.
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methods to eliminate waste and reduce process variation.
• Improve on-time delivery, reduce lead time, and reduce manufacturing, office, and field-service process costs.
• Lead projects introducing new products, processes, and technologies throughout manufacturing operations.
• Work in both office and manufacturing environments.

Skills

Lean Continuous Improvement

PLC Programming

CNC Programming

SAP Manufacturing Software

Lean Sigma Black Belt

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD Software

CAM Software

MS Software

Safety Systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify, continuously improve, and document manufacturing processes and methods
• Proactively support manufacturing operations to improve safety, quality, and productivity
• Interface with Safety, Quality, Sales, Design Engineering, and Production teams
• Ensure manufacturing processes support customer on-time delivery and satisfaction
• Apply Lean and Six Sigma methods to eliminate waste and reduce process variation
• Improve on-time delivery, reduce lead time, and reduce manufacturing, office, and field-service process costs
• Lead projects introducing new products, processes, and technologies throughout manufacturing operations
• Work in both office and manufacturing environments

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Experience/knowledge in discrete manufacturing
• Lean continuous improvement in a custom-configured, high-mix, low-volume, make-to-order business
• PLC and CNC programming for machine control
• CAD/CAM and MS software products
• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication, welding, pipe brazing, powder coating, wiring, and assembly processes
• Competency with SAP manufacturing software
• EH&S and IT knowledge
• Knowledge of ISO quality systems and requirements
• Mechanical aptitude
• Ability to read and understand English instructions
• Ability to sit, stand, use hands and fingers, reach, stoop, talk, and hear
• Ability to walk frequently
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds
• Close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision; ability to adjust focus
• Lean Sigma Black Belt, PMP Certification, and ASQ QE Certification are listed under certificates, licenses, and registrations

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to enhance manufacturing processes, ensuring on-time delivery and customer satisfaction. Proficient in PLC and CNC programming, CAD/CAM software, and SAP manufacturing systems, with a strong foundation in discrete manufacturing and quality systems.

Highest-signal resume keywords

• Lean Continuous Improvement
• PLC Programming
• CNC Programming
• SAP Manufacturing Software
• Lean Sigma Black Belt

Soft Skills

• Interpersonal Communication
• Team Collaboration
• Problem Solving
• Adaptability
• Attention to Detail

Certifications & Qualifications

• Lean Sigma Black Belt
• PMP Certification
• ASQ QE Certification

Industry Keywords

• Discrete Manufacturing
• Custom-Configured
• High-Mix
• Low-Volume
• Make-to-Order
• Sheet Metal Fabrication
• Welding
• Pipe Brazing
• Powder Coating
• Assembly Processes

Tools & Technologies

• CAD Software
• CAM Software
• MS Software Products
• Manufacturing Processes
• Safety Systems