Manufacturing Engineer

Venteon; Napoleon (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Venteon is seeking a 1st shift Manufacturing Engineer in Napoleon, OH to support a leading automotive supplier. The role focuses on problem solving, Lean and continuous improvement, and designing for manufacturability in collaboration with design teams.

The successful candidate will handle KPI monitoring, process development, and cross-functional coaching, leveraging CAD, PLCs, and advanced tooling to enhance quality and productivity.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with aluminum extrusion, tooling, and fabrication processes.
• Strong technical writing for quotes and specifications.
• Knowledge of APQP, GD&T, and automotive quality standards.
• Experience with CAD systems and fixture design.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams and coach suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Support teams in problem solving, Lean, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with design and manufacturing to improve DFM.
• Monitor plant KPIs and drive timely process improvements.
• Provide performance feedback and coaching to team members and suppliers.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Design for Manufacturability

Technical writing

CAD software

PLC programming

Poka-yoke

APQP

GD&T

Automotive quality

MS Office

Team collaboration

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

CAD software

CAD systems

Job description

1ST SHIFT MANUFACTURING ENGINEER NEEDED - NAPOLEON, OHIO

A Leading Automotive Supplier near Napoleon, Ohio needs a 1st Shift Manufacturing Engineer. Experience with Allen Bradley & Siemens PLC's and ABB & Yaskawa Robots is preferred. This is a Full Time, Permanent, Direct Hire Position offering Competitive Compensation, Bonus Potential, Good Benefits, Paid Holidays and Paid Vacation.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

This Manufacturing Engineer will support Business Unit team members in the areas of problem solving, Lean and Continuous Improvement activities, and process development.

• Act as a liaison between Manufacturing Engineering and Product Design Teams to facilitate Design for Manufacturability.
• Perform routine process analyses to assess overall process performance, identifying areas of opportunity, and championing – via direct report group(s) and/or cross-functional teams – the timely implementation & execution of process improvements
• Independently monitor plant KPIs, identifying areas of opportunity, and championing – via direct report group(s) and/or cross-functional teams – the timely implementation & execution of performance improvements.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

• Knowledgeable of aluminum extrusion, buffing and fabrication tooling and equipment processes.
• Strong technical writing skills for the preparation of quote packages and specifications.
• Strong eye for detail and maintaining exacting standards.
• Effectively work with others, sound verbal communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to provide performance standards, feedback and coaching to teammates and third-party suppliers.
• Knowledgeable of CAD systems/software for product and tool designs.
• Knowledge of fixture design, sensors, PLC and programming, poke yoke and error proofing.
• Experience with APQP, GD&T, automotive quality and appearance standards, and finishing requirements.
• Knowledgeable of raw materials, manufacturing methods and alternatives for improved performance and/or cost.
• Strong communication skills, MS Office skills, organizational and problem solving skills are required
• BS in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience preferred
• 5-10 years’ experience in Engineering an Automotive Manufacturing Plant is preferred