Manufacturing Engineer

Insight Global; Johns Creek (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Insight Global is seeking a hands-on sustaining engineer to support legacy production equipment in a regulated manufacturing environment. You will troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and PLC issues, with emphasis on uptime and quick problem resolution to keep machines running.

Based on 3–5+ years of experience, you will collaborate across floor teams, assist with IQ/OQ/PQ validation during new installs, and drive monthly process improvements while maintaining compliance with FDA/ISO standards.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years in manufacturing or engineering.
• Open to ~2 years if hands-on and quick learner.
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting experience.
• Electrical systems and PLC troubleshooting knowledge.
• Experience supporting uptime/reliability in production.
• Root cause analysis in fast-paced settings.
• Experience in regulated environments (FDA, ISO).
• Exposure to IQ/OQ/PQ validation and documentation.
• Strong cross-functional on-floor communication.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and PLC issues on semi-automated equipment.
• Support 3-4 key automated machines (packaging/ forming).
• Collaborate with operators and technicians to close output gaps.
• Perform root cause analyses on downtime and performance issues.
• Assist with process improvements on a monthly cadence.
• Support validation during new equipment installs (IQ/OQ/PQ).
• Maintain compliance in FDA/ISO regulated environment.

Skills

Mechanical troubleshooting

Electrical PLC know-how

Production uptime

Root cause analysis

Regulated environment

IQ/OQ/PQ validation

Cross-functional communication

Medical device

CAPA & quality

Process improvements

Mentoring technicians

Packaging/forming equipment

Tools

Multivac equipment

Job description

Job Description

Job Overview

This role supports the sustaining engineering team focused on legacy production equipment. It is a highly hands-on position with a strong emphasis on keeping machines running, troubleshooting issues impacting output, and supporting day-to-day manufacturing operations.

The role is ~75% reactive troubleshooting and ~25% process improvement. It is not project-heavy or design-focused — the priority is identifying problems quickly and working cross-functionally to resolve them.

Day-to-day responsibilities include:

• Troubleshooting mechanical, electrical, and PLC-related issues on semi-automated equipment
• Breakdown: ~50% mechanical, 25% electrical, 25% PLC (no programming required - troubleshooting only)
• Supporting 3-4 key automated machines, including:
  • Embedding machines (injecting detergent into sponge material)
  • Packaging/flow wrap systems (cutting, wrapping, labeling)
  • Pouching/forming equipment
  • Multivac thermal forming and similar systems
• Partnering with operators and technicians to understand daily output gaps
• Performing root cause analysis on downtime and performance issues
• Supporting process improvements and process change analysis (~monthly cadence)
• Assisting with validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) during new equipment installs (a few times per year)
• Ensuring compliance within a regulated (FDA/ISO) manufacturing environment

Compensation: $40/hr to $48/hr. Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education. Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance. Eligibility to enroll in the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment. Additionally, employees in this role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the applicable law of the worksite location.

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Skills and Requirements

• 3-5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or engineering environment
• - Open to ~2 years if candidate is very hands-on and a quick learner
• Strong mechanical troubleshooting experience (priority)
• Working knowledge of electrical systems and PLC troubleshooting
• Experience supporting production equipment uptime/reliability
• Ability to perform root cause analysis in a fast-paced production setting
• Experience working in a regulated environment (FDA, ISO, etc.)
• Exposure to validation activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and documentation
• Strong communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally on the floor
• Medical device manufacturing experience
• Familiarity with CAPA, non-conformance investigations, and quality systems
• Experience driving process improvements (uptime, efficiency, error-proofing)
• Experience supporting automated packaging or forming equipment (Multivac a plus)
• Experience mentoring or supporting technicians/operators