Manufacturing Engineer

Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA; Greenfield (IN); On-site; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Health benefits

12 paid holidays

Generous vacation policy

Job summary

A manufacturing firm in Greenfield, Indiana, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to drive operational excellence and support cost reduction and productivity initiatives using Lean methodology. Responsibilities include managing capital projects, conducting root cause analysis, and developing SOPs for production. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering and has 3+ years of relevant experience. This role offers generous health benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing or project engineering.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards is preferred.
• Willingness to travel as required.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost reduction initiatives and productivity efforts.
• Manage capital projects from concept to completion.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for production processes.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Root cause analysis

AutoCAD

MS Excel

Project management

Capital project management

Interpersonal skills

Investment casting

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD Software

SAP MRP

Job description

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in driving operational excellence across our manufacturing facility. You’ll lead and support initiatives focused on cost reduction, productivity and waste elimination (using Lean methodology), capacity planning, ergonomic improvements, new equipment installation, mistake-proofing (especially with PLCs), BOM and routing validation, scrap reduction, TPM and 5S, floor layout optimization, root cause analysis with corrective actions, SOP maintenance, and other strategic activities as directed by the Operations Manager or Manufacturing Engineering Manager.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

• Lead and support cost reduction initiatives, including idea generation and execution of specific projects.
• Drive productivity and waste reduction efforts using Lean principles; support capacity planning to improve throughput and reduce lead times.
• Champion ergonomic improvements through training and implementation of both short-term (recordable rate reduction) and long-term (capital project) initiatives.
• Manage capital projects from concept to completion, including drawings, specifications, vendor bidding, installation, and operator training.
• Assist in commissioning new equipment and systems with minimal disruption to production.
• Support error-proofing (poke-yoke) initiatives, including integration of PLCs and logic-based systems.
• Validate BOMs and routings through time studies and material weight checks to ensure accuracy in SAP MRP system.
• Collaborate on new product, process, or system development.
• Develop and maintain SOPs for production processes; train operators, leads, supervisors, and managers.
• Design fixtures, jigs, and other tools using AutoCAD or similar CAD software to enhance production efficiency.
• Partner with the Quality department to perform root cause analyses and implement corrective actions for scrap reduction.
• Foster a respectful and professional work environment.
• Provide technical support for engineering projects using MS Excel and CAD software.
• Perform additional projects as assigned.

Education And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Operations, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of experience as a project engineer, process engineer, project manager, manufacturing engineer or related occupation.
• Experience using MS Excel and CAD Software (AutoCAD or equivalent).

Key Skills And Abilities

• Experience in investment casting, grind and finishing operations, or foundry environments is a plus.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 standards.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with employees and external partners.
• High sense of urgency and ownership.
• Experience in Lean-based manufacturing system or process design.

Additional Information

• Willingness to travel when required.
• Willingness to work some overtime hours or weekends as necessary to complete tasks or to communicate with our parent company Yamaha in Japan.
• All candidates will be subject to full background screening prior to employment.

What You’ll Love About Us

• Learning & Development: Tuition assistance is available along with an internal training budget. Get with a hands‑on company, in a fast-paced environment where you can have the runway to make change.
• Rest & Relaxation: 12 paid holidays off per year on top of a generous vacation policy.
• Great company culture: Work for a company that genuinely values work/life balance.
• Health Benefits: Medical with HSA options, Dental, and Vision starting first day of the month following date of hire.
• Prepare for the Future: Competitive 401(k) with company match.
• Innovative Environment: Work with a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of investment casting technology.
• Growth Opportunities: Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing company.