Manufacturing Engineer

Fitfastener; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Fitfastener is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with a minimum of 2 years in aerospace fastener manufacturing or precision machining to support production, tooling, process improvements, and quality initiatives for aerospace-grade screws and bolts.

You will document cold heading and hot forge processes, ensure first article inspection, troubleshoot on the shop floor, update drawings in Solidworks and Autocad, create work instructions, maintain ERP/MRP routers, and work with quality, production

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering or related field.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Proficient with MS Excel, PowerPoint and Word.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and GD&T.

Responsibilities

• Document cold heading and hot forge processes.
• Ensure products meet aerospace standards with first article inspection.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues on the shop floor.
• Update process drawings with Solidworks and Autocad.
• Create work instructions and production in-process standards.
• Maintain and update production routers in ERP/MRP.
• Assist tooling and fixture design and process validation.
• Collaborate with quality, production, and supply chain teams to resolve issues.
• Manage multiple projects and deliver high-quality results in a fast-paced environment.

Skills

Team player

Interpersonal skills

Self-motivated

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Word

GD&T

Education

Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering

Tools

Solidworks

Autocad

ERP/MRP

Job description

The manufacturing engineer with 2 years min. experience in aerospace fastener manufacturing or precision machining environment. The engineer supports production processes, tooling, process improvements, and quality initiatives for aerospace-grade screws and bolts.

Primary Duties & Responsibilities:

• Document current cold heading and hot forge processes.
• Ensure products meet aerospace standards with first article inspection.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and quality issues on production floor.
• Update process drawings and tooling drawings with Solidworks and Autocad.
• Create work instructions and production in-process standards.
• Maintain and update production routers in ERP/MRP.
• Assist with tooling & fixture design and process validation activities.
• Collaborate with quality, production, and supply chain teams to resolve production issues.
• Manage multiple projects & deliver high-quality results in fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing or mechanical engineering, or other related discipline.
• High Energy, self-motivated, self-started, & team player.
• Excellent interpersonal skills working with all departments.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Power Point & Word.
• Ability to create detailed drawings in Solidworks and Autocad.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and GD&T.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.
• Experience in manufacturing processes such as forming, turning, and milling.
• Comply with and enforce FIT HSE policies.
• Able to lift 30 lbs.
• Ability to work on production floor.

We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Posted Date 03 Sep 2026

Industry Procurement, Manufacturing & Transport