Manufacturing Engineer

ASSA ABLOY Sicherheitstechnik GmbH; New Haven (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Career development

Healthcare options

401k matching

Paid time off

Job summary

SARGENT is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to improve production performance, launch new products, and influence manufacturing evolution. You will work hands-on solving problems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and leading improvements that impact the business.

The role sits on-site in New Haven, CT, reporting to the Profit Center General Manager. Ideal candidates have 2–5+ years of hands-on experience, a strong lean manufacturing background, and proficiency with CNC and SPC.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or engineering related field of study.
• 2-5+ years hands-on Manufacturing Engineer experience.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles (Kanban, Poka-Yoke, JIT, VSM).
• Experience with metal machining processes and tool design.
• Practical understanding of SPC (Statistical Process Control).
• Forward-thinking mindset with ability to generate innovative solutions.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• CNC programming experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and continuously improve manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Prepare and maintain accurate manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process standards.
• Create comprehensive quality plans to ensure product reliability and compliance with specifications.
• Lead root‑cause analyses and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, including workflow optimization and lead‑time reduction.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Teamwork

Communication

Microsoft Office

CNC programming

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CNC machinery

Job description

About SARGENT

SARGENT is a market leader in locksets, high security key systems, door closers, exit devices, electro-mechanical products, and access control systems for new construction, renovation, and replacement applications. The company's customer base includes commercial construction, institutional and industrial markets. Included in SARGENT's product offerings are windstorm certified locks, hardwired and wireless access control devices, designer levers and antimicrobial hardware coating. Are you passionate about building efficient processes, driving quality, and shaping the future of manufacturing? Join our team as a Manufacturing Engineer where you'll play a key role in improving production performance, launching new products, and influencing how our manufacturing operation evolves. This is an exciting opportunity for an engineer who enjoys hands‑on problem solving, collaborating across teams, and leading meaningful improvements that directly impact our business. This role will sit on-site in New Haven, CT reporting to the Profit Center General Manager.

What you will be doing

• Develop and continuously improve manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Prepare and maintain accurate manufacturing documentation, work instructions, and process standards.
• Create comprehensive quality plans to ensure product reliability and compliance with specifications.
• Lead root‑cause analyses and implement effective corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, including workflow optimization, lead‑time reduction, and implementation of visual factory principles.
• Plan, commission, and maintain production machinery and equipment to ensure optimal performance.
• Champion quality improvement efforts through training, communication, and deployment of best practices.
• Manage the evaluation, selection, purchase, and installation of new equipment and technologies.
• Optimize utilization of automated systems, including multi‑axis CNC equipment and robotic automation.
• Lead cross‑functional cost‑reduction, productivity, and efficiency improvement projects.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, external customers, and suppliers to resolve technical issues and support manufacturing objectives.
• Apply lean methodologies (Kanban, Poka-Yoke, VSM, JIT) to streamline operations and reduce waste.
• Promote a visual factory environment and reduce product lead times.
• Support automation, cellular layout design, and process optimization.
• Plan, commission, and support machine and assembly production lines.

What we are looking for

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or engineering related field of study.
• Must have 2-5+ years of hands‑on experience working as a Manufacturing Engineer (or similar role).
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles (Kanban, Poka-Yoke, JIT, VSM).
• Experience with metal machining processes and tool design.
• Practical understanding of SPC (Statistical Process Control).
• Forward-thinking mindset with the ability to generate innovative solutions.
• Strong teamwork, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Preferred Skills CNC programming experience preferred.

What we offer

• Annual bonus potential.
• Continuous professional development opportunities and an environment that fosters internal growth and mobility.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package which includes multiple healthcare options, tuition reimbursement, and matching 401k.
• Generous holiday schedule and paid time off to refresh and recharge.
• Employee pricing on our products and discount programs for travel, entertainment, and more!

About the Company

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces - physical and virtual - safer, more secure, and easier to access. As an employer, we value results - not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions - supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces - physical and virtual - safer, more secure, and easier to access. As an employer, we value results - not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions - supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally. As we welcome new people on board, it’s important to us to have diverse, inclusive teams, and we value different perspectives and experiences.