Manufacturing Engineer

BURGER UNION LTD; Green Bay (WI); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with employer match

Paid vacation and holidays

Job summary

BURGER UNION LTD in Green Bay, WI is seeking an experienced Project Leader/Manufacturing Engineer to drive manufacturing projects from conception through delivery. You will collaborate with customers, engineering, assembly, and operations to ensure quality, on-time, and on-budget results.

The role emphasizes hands-on manufacturing knowledge combined with strong project management skills and cross-functional leadership to deliver successful outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent projects and coordinate with customers and internal teams.
• Develop project plans, schedules, cost quotations, and manufacturing routings.
• Act as primary contact for internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and assembly teams to meet scope, timeline, and cost targets.
• Lead project kick-off meetings and regular status reviews.
• Coordinate customer testing, approvals, and product shipments.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Analytical skills

Organizational skills

Budgeting

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are seeking an experienced Project Leader/Manufacturing Engineer to plan and execute customer and internal manufacturing projects from start to finish. This role combines hands‑on manufacturing knowledge with strong project management skills to deliver quality outcomes on time and within budget. You will work closely with customers, engineering, assembly, and operations teams to drive results.

What You’ll Do

You will be responsible for managing projects, supporting manufacturing operations, and serving as a key liaison between customers and internal teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage multiple concurrent projects simultaneously
• Develop project plans, schedules, cost quotations, and manufacturing routings
• Act as primary point of contact for internal stakeholders and external customers
• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and assembly teams to meet project scope, timeline, and cost targets
• Lead project kick‑off meetings and regular status reviews
• Coordinate customer testing, approvals, and product shipments
• Create and manage project budgets throughout the full project lifecycle
• Identify and resolve project risks, schedule conflicts, and manufacturing challenges
• Complete job closing process including P&L analysis and project post‑mortems

What You Need

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience and project management experience in a manufacturing environment
• Strong knowledge of machining and manufacturing processes
• Experience with ERP systems and proficiency in Microsoft Excel
• Demonstrated ability to influence and lead cross‑functional teams
• Strong written and verbal communication, analytical, and organizational skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities in a dynamic environment
• To be self‑motivated and goal‑oriented

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Performance‑based bonus opportunities (company, team, and individual results)
• Flexible work schedule
• Health and dental insurance — effective the first of the month after 30 days of employment
• Company‑paid life insurance
• 401(k) with employer match and profit‑sharing
• Paid vacation and paid holidays
• Education reimbursement and professional development support