Manufacturing Engineer

Accounting Search; Gallipolis (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Accounting Search is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to analyze, design, and optimize manufacturing processes. You will apply Lean methodologies to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and meet cost and delivery targets.

You will provide floor-level technical expertise to drive KPI improvements and mentor teams on lean tools and behaviors. The role collaborates with Quality, Maintenance, and Production to resolve process issues and drive cost-saving initiatives through automation and smarter

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• 4+ years in a manufacturing environment with Lean CI experience.
• Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing and CI methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards.
• Experience with CAD tools and analytics for manufacturing.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for products.
• Analyze processes and apply Lean methodologies for improvements.
• Lead cross-functional process improvement projects.
• Support launches by developing process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Ensure processes and products meet relevant standards and quality.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve issues.
• Drive cost savings via automation, layout optimization, and standardization.
• Use statistical methods to monitor and improve process performance.
• Lead trials, validations, and changeovers to minimize downtime.
• Maintain accurate documentation including SOPs and process maps.
• Act as a Lean champion to train operators and support teams.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Quality systems

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Statistical methods

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Manufacturing analytics tools

Job description

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and ensure product quality while meeting cost and delivery targets. The Manufacturing Engineer should provide manufacturing floor technical expertise to improve Key Performance Indicators.

• Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Analyze existing production processes and implement Lean methodologies.
• Lead cross-functional process improvement projects.
• Support launch of new programs by developing efficient process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Ensure manufacturing processes and products comply with relevant standards.
• Ensure quality standards are met and actions taken to correct deficiencies.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve process-related issues.
• Drive cost savings initiatives through automation, layout optimization, and best-practice standardization.
• Use statistical methods to monitor and improve process performance.
• Lead trials, validations, and changeovers to ensure minimal downtime of engineering changes.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all processes, including SOPs, work instructions, and process maps.
• Act as a Lean champion to train and coach operators and support teams on lean tools and behaviors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering.
• Four or more years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrated expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards.
• Experience with CAD tools and manufacturing analytics tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills.