Manufacturing Engineer

Torrey Holistics; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Acculon is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to develop and improve end-to-end battery module and pack assembly processes, ensuring safety, quality, and engineering intent are met. You will design workflows, document work instructions, and collaborate with Production, Quality, and Product Engineering to enable scalable manufacturing.

You will lead training on new processes, support equipment commissioning, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects, cycle time, and downtime,

Qualifications

• Develop and document end-to-end manufacturing processes for battery module and pack assembly.
• Define process flow, work content, and sequencing to meet quality, throughput, and safety targets.
• Train production staff on new or updated processes and SOPs.
• Support commissioning and validation of production equipment and fixtures.
• Identify and implement yield, cycle time, labor efficiency, and scrap/rework improvements.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document end-to-end manufacturing processes for battery module and pack assembly.
• Define process flow and sequencing to meet quality and throughput targets.
• Train staff on new processes and updates to instructions.
• Support equipment commissioning, validation, and upkeep.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across the line and with NPI.

Skills

Manufacturing process design

Continuous improvement

Lean manufacturing

Quality and process control

CAPA

Job description

Role PurposeThe Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, implementing, and continuously improving manufacturing processes assembly operations. Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing, this role ensures production processes are safe, efficient, repeatable, and aligned with engineering intent, supporting facility launch, production ramp-up, and long-term scalability.Reporting & ScopeReports to:Director of ManufacturingWorks closely with:Production Supervisors and OperatorsProduct Engineering (Electrical, Mechanical, Thermal)Product IntegrationQuality and EHSPrimary focus:Manufacturing process design, line support, and continuous improvementCore ResponsibilitiesManufacturing Process DevelopmentDevelop and documentend-to-end manufacturing processesfor:Battery module assemblyBattery pack assemblyDefine process flow, work content, and sequencing to meet:Quality requirementsThroughput and takt-time targetsSafety and ergonomic standardsWork Instructions & Standard WorkCreate and maintain:Detailed work instructionsVisual aids and standard work documentationEnsure instructions reflect:Engineering drawings and BOMsCurrent revisions and approved changesTrain production staff on new or updated processes.Equipment, Tooling & Fixture SupportSpecify, install, and support:Assembly tools and fixturesTest and inspection equipmentMaterial handling aidsSupport commissioning and validation of production equipment.Production Ramp-Up & Line SupportSupport production during:Initial line launchVolume ramp-upIntroduction of new products or variantsAct as first responder for:Process-related issuesBottlenecks or downtimeImplement corrective actions to stabilize production.Quality & Process ControlDefine and support:In-process quality checksError-proofing (poka-yoke)Process capability and control plansPartner with Quality on:Root cause analysisCorrective and preventive actions (CAPA)Engineering Change & NPI SupportSupportengineering change management, including:Assessing manufacturability impactsUpdating processes and work instructionsSupportnew product introduction (NPI)by:Preparing production processesParticipating in pilot buildsEnsuring smooth transition from engineering to productionContinuous Improvement & Cost ReductionIdentify and execute continuous improvement initiatives focused on:Yield improvementCycle time reductionLabor efficiencyScrap and rework reductionApply lean manufacturing principles to improve flow and productivity.Safety & ErgonomicsEnsure manufacturing processes comply with:EHS requirementsSafe work practicesIdentify and mitigate ergonomic and safety risks in assembly and material handling.Documentation, Metrics & ReportingMaintain accurate documentation for:Process definitionsEquipment settingsChange historyTrack and report key process metrics to support operational decision-making.Typical Day-to-Day ActivitiesSupport production floor operationsTroubleshoot process and equipment issuesUpdate work instructions and process documentationParticipate in improvement eventsSupport line balancing and staffing adjustmentsCoordinate with engineering and quality teamsKey DeliverablesManufacturing process flows and layoutsStandard work and work instructionsEquipment and tooling specificationsProcess improvement plans and resultsInputs to production readiness and launch reviewsAuthority & BoundariesAuthority to define and improve manufacturing processesNo authority over product design decisionsExpected to escalate safety, quality, or capacity risks promptlySuccess Metrics (Manufacturing Engineering KPIs)Process stability and repeatabilityFirst-pass yield and defect reductionThroughput vs takt-time targetsReduction in downtime and reworkEffectiveness of NPI transitionsWhy This Role Matters at AcculonIn battery manufacturing:Small process errors scale into big problemsEarly instability kills marginsGood processes protect quality and safetyThis role ensures Acculon’s manufacturing operation isengineered, not improvised — enabling predictable growth and customer confidence.