Manufacturing Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Collaborative culture focusing on innovation

Job summary

A leading automotive supplier in Napoleon, OH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes and support product design. The ideal candidate will have expertise in aluminum extrusion, problem-solving, and technical writing. Responsibilities include acting as a liaison between teams, performing process analyses, and monitoring plant KPIs. Excellent communication skills and a BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience are preferred. The company offers competitive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years’ experience in engineering in an automotive environment.
• Knowledge of manufacturing methods for improved performance and/or cost.
• Strong communication, MS Office skills, and problem-solving abilities.

Responsibilities

• Liaise between Manufacturing Engineering and Product Design Teams.
• Perform routine process analyses to assess overall process performance.
• Monitor plant KPIs and champion performance improvements.

Skills

Aluminum extrusion knowledge

Technical writing skills

Detail-oriented

Effective communication

Performance standards feedback

CAD systems proficiency

Fixture design knowledge

Automotive quality standards knowledge

Manufacturing methods knowledge

Organizational skills

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

JAC Products has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Napoleon, OH. In this role, you will support Business Unit team members in the areas of problem solving, Lean and Continuous Improvement activities, and process development.

What You’ll Do

• 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.

Requirements and Qualifications

• 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 Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 5-10 years’ experience in engineering an automotive environment preferred.

More about us

JAC Products has been a pioneer in the Tier I automotive space for over 50 years and continues to test the limits of functional exterior trim products. We use advanced engineering techniques and cutting‑edge technology to design products that enhance the style and utility of vehicles. JAC Products has operation or production capabilities on four continents and continues to expand our presence in the United States and globally.

We offer medical, dental, vision, and paid time off as well as many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on innovation and teamwork.

JAC Products is an equal opportunity employer and gives equal consideration for employment to qualified applicants.