Manufacturing Engineer

Paycom - ATS; Illinois; On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Brava Roof Tile is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize manufacturing processes, improve equipment performance, and drive continuous improvement at the McDonough, GA plant. You will analyze production, lead improvement projects, and collaborate with Operations, Quality, and Maintenance to ensure safety and efficiency.

Responsibilities include developing process documentation, conducting trials, and supporting scale-up activities while targeting waste reduction and cost optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years in process/manufacturing/quality engineering in a manufacturing setting.
• Experience supporting manufacturing equipment and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing manufacturing processes, workflows, and equipment to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Develop and implement process improvements to increase productivity, quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Troubleshoot equipment/process issues and identify root causes.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and downtime.
• Design and optimize equipment layouts and production flows.
• Create and maintain process documentation and work instructions.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Data-driven decision making

Continuous improvement

Strong communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

AutoCAD

Microsoft Office

Job description

Brava Roof Tile is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing processes, equipment performance, productivity, quality, and safety for McDonough, GA plant. This position will analyze current production processes, identify opportunities for improvement, and lead projects that increase efficiency, reduce waste, improve product consistency, and support operational excellence.The Manufacturing Engineer will work closely with Operations, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and other cross-functional teams to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges and implement sustainable process improvements.Duties & Responsibilities:Analyze existing manufacturing processes, workflows, and equipment to identify opportunities for improvement.Develop, implement, and validate process improvements that increase productivity, quality, safety, and efficiency.Troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment-related process issues and identify root causes.Monitor production performance and key process metrics to identify trends and improvement opportunities.Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives focused on reducing waste, downtime, variation, and production costs.Design and optimize equipment layouts, production flow, and manufacturing processes.Develop and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures, work instructions, and process specifications.Conduct process trials, testing, data collection, and analysis to validate proposed improvements.Partner with Operations and Maintenance to support equipment installations, upgrades, startups, and process changes.Evaluate manufacturing processes and equipment for compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and quality standards.Conduct risk assessments and recommend appropriate corrective or preventive actions.Support root cause analysis and corrective actions related to process, quality, or production concerns.Prepare reports and communicate process performance, project updates, recommendations, and results to leadership.Support new product introductions, equipment changes, and manufacturing scale-up activities as needed.Identify opportunities for automation, process controls, and technology improvements.Perform other duties and special projects as assigned.Skills & QualificationsStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.Ability to use data to identify root causes and develop practical solutions.Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement principles.Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.Strong written and verbal communication skills.Ability to collaborate effectively with production employees, technical teams, and leadership.Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.Proficient with Microsoft Office and other manufacturing or engineering technology.Knowledge of process engineering, data analysis, and process improvement tools.Experience with CAD and/or AutoCAD preferred.Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, root cause analysis, or similar continuous improvement methodologies preferred.Strong commitment to workplace safety, quality, and continuous improvement.Education & ExperienceBachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field required.5+ years' experience in process engineering, manufacturing engineering, quality engineering, or a similar manufacturing environment preferred.Experience supporting manufacturing equipment, process improvements, and production troubleshooting preferred.Experience with CAD and/or AutoCAD preferred.