Manufacturing Engineer

SMC; Noblesville (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SMC in Noblesville, IN is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes while ensuring quality and safety. You will lead process improvements, troubleshoot issues, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, strong analytical skills, and proficiency with common tools. It offers on-site work in Noblesville with opportunities to implement automation and advanced technologies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities are required.
• Familiarity with relevant software tools and technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English.

Responsibilities

• Process optimization to meet delivery, service, and cost goals.
• Drive continuous improvement and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Collect and analyze data to identify trends and bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with production, quality, and R&D teams on improvements.
• Provide clear updates and information to stakeholders.
• Investigate and resolve manufacturing process issues with corrective actions.
• Create and maintain SOPs and documentation; ensure ISO adherence.
• Work with IT to integrate automation and technologies into processes.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Cross-functional teamwork

English fluency

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

Minitab

Excel

Job description

Purpose

The purpose of a Manufacturing engineer is to design, implement, optimize, and troubleshoot manufacturing processes within the organization. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring the efficiency, quality, and safety of production processes. A process engineer will oversee the entire lifecycle of manufacturing processes, from design and implementation to optimization and troubleshooting. This role is pivotal in ensuring the organization's competitiveness, efficiency, and adherence to quality and safety standards.

Essential Duties

Process Optimization

• Develop and implement processes that align with corporate goals for delivery, customer service, and cost‑efficiency.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive initiatives for continuous improvement and lean manufacturing principles.
• Implement and monitor changes to enhance overall operational performance.

Data Analysis

• Collect and analyze data related to manufacturing processes to identify trends, bottlenecks, and areas of improvement.

Collaboration

• Work closely with cross‑functional teams, including production, quality control, and R&D, to implement process improvements and ensure seamless integration.
• Address production issues promptly to minimize disruptions.

Communication

• Communicate effectively within the department and with individuals associated with assigned tasks, using both verbal and written communication.
• Deliver verbal and/or written updates, task summaries, or information requests to relevant stakeholders during task execution.

Troubleshooting

• Investigate and resolve issues related to manufacturing processes, collaborating with relevant teams to implement corrective actions.

Documentation

• Create and maintain comprehensive documentation of processes, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and best practices.
• Ensure adherence to ISO standards.

Technology Integration

• Collaborate with IT teams to integrate advanced technologies and automation solutions into manufacturing processes.
• All other duties as assigned.

Physical Demands / Work Environment

• Fast‑paced office environment.
• The job requires frequent standing, walking, and using hands to manipulate objects, tools, or controls, as well as reaching with hands and arms. Employees will often need to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Being able to hear and speak clearly is also essential.
• The work environment includes exposure to noise, heat, cold, dust, oil, coolant, and grease.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering discipline or the equivalent in appropriate education and experience as determined by management.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Familiarity with relevant software tools and technologies.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in the English language.

Ability to deal with internal and external customers tactfully and in a professional manner.