Manufacturing Engineer

NOVARES; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

NOVARES seeks a dynamic Production Manufacturing Engineering Leader to drive excellence in manufacturing operations, optimize processes, improve product quality, and strengthen operational efficiency across our North American facilities.

This role combines technical leadership with hands-on project execution, CAD/automation implementation, and adherence to ISO 9001 standards to support growth and a culture of continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in manufacturing facility operations.
• Strong CAD capabilities for tooling, fixtures, and equipment layouts.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and optimize production lines.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of manufacturing engineering projects to meet production targets.
• Develop and refine manufacturing processes using CAD tools to design tooling and layouts.
• Oversee integration of CNC machines, robotics, PLCs, vision systems, and welding automation.
• Drive lean manufacturing initiatives to improve throughput and reduce downtime.
• Ensure ISO 9001 compliance and maintain high safety and quality standards.

Skills

CAD Software

Robotics

CNC Programming

Lean Manufacturing

Industrial Automation

Plastics Injection Molding

Project Leadership

Root Cause Analysis

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Creo

Schematics

CAM Programming

Job description

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We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Production Manufacturing Engineering Leader to drive excellence in manufacturing operations and foster continuous improvement across our production facilities. This pivotal role combines technical expertise with leadership acumen to optimize manufacturing processes, enhance product quality, and ensure operational efficiency. As a key member of the engineering team, you will lead initiatives that streamline production workflows, implement innovative solutions, and uphold industry standards such as ISO 9001. Your energetic approach and proactive mindset will inspire teams to achieve manufacturing excellence and support the company's growth objectives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, coordination, and execution of manufacturing engineering projects, including project scheduling and resource allocation to meet production targets.
• Develop and refine manufacturing processes utilizing CAD software such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, and Schematics to design tooling, fixtures, and equipment layouts.
• Analyze root causes of production issues through root cause analysis techniques and implement effective corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Oversee the programming and integration of industrial equipment, including CNC machines, robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), vision inspection systems, and welding automation.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by applying lean manufacturing principles, process engineering strategies, and industrial engineering best practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize plastics injection molding processes, assembly lines, fabrication techniques, and tooling development.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and industry regulations while maintaining high-quality manufacturing standards aligned with ISO 9001 certification requirements.

Skills

• Extensive experience in manufacturing facility operations with a strong mechanical knowledge base.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Creo, and CAM programming for process design and schematic development.
• Skilled in CNC programming, GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing), and CAM (Computer-Aided Manufacturing) systems for precise machining operations.
• Expertise in robotics programming, industrial equipment integration, vision inspection systems, and factory automation technologies.
• Strong understanding of plastics injection molding processes along with fabrication techniques like welding and assembly line optimization.
• Ability to perform project scheduling effectively while managing multiple initiatives simultaneously.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on root cause analysis and implementing sustainable solutions.
• Knowledge of industrial engineering principles related to process improvement, tooling design, and factory layout planning. Join us as a Production Manufacturing Engineering Leader to shape the future of manufacturing innovation! Bring your energy, technical expertise, and leadership skills to drive impactful results that elevate our production capabilities while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.