Manufacturing Engineer

Fleece Performance Engineering; Pittsboro (IN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Health Benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental, Life)

401(k) with Employer Match and Disability Coverage

Discretionary Bonus Opportunities

OnSite Gym, Training, and Other Perks

Job summary

A leading manufacturer of diesel performance products is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer. In this role, you will design and optimize processes for efficient production, utilizing Lean and Six Sigma methodologies. Responsibilities include process design, documentation, new product development, and root cause analysis. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree in Engineering, 5+ years in manufacturing, and strong skills in AutoCAD and ERP systems. Join us to drive operational excellence in a rapidly expanding environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an automotive manufacturing environment.
• Strong command of AutoCAD, Inventor, or SketchUp.
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing sequences, layout, tooling, and workstations.
• Create and maintain detailed Work Instructions, SOPs, and Bills of Materials.
• Lead the transition from prototype to production during new product development.
• Utilize tools for root cause analysis to eliminate production bottlenecks.

Skills

Process Design & Optimization

Root Cause Analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Effective Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Inventor

SketchUp

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

Overview

Who Are We Fleece Performance Engineering is a leading manufacturer of after-market diesel performance products. With a reputation for innovation, quality, and service, our high-performance products push the limits of diesel performance technology. We are seeking motivated individuals who thrive in a rapidly expanding business environment.

The Perks

• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Health Benefits (Medical, Vision, Dental, Life)
• 401(k) with Employer Match and Disability Coverage
• Discretionary Bonus Opportunities
• OnSite Gym, Training, and Other Perks

The Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will bridge the gap between design and shop-floor execution, ensuring fleece products are efficiently onboarded into production. You are responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing processes to maximize quality and cost-effectiveness using Lean and Six Sigma tools. By utilizing frameworks like data-driven improvement cycles DMAIC for continuous improvement and failure mode and effect analysis FMEA to proactively prevent defects, you will drive operational excellence through technical documentation, ROI-based equipment evaluations, and data-driven root cause analysis.

What You’ll Do

• Process Design & Optimization: Develop and improve manufacturing sequences, layout, tooling, and workstations using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Documentation: Create and maintain detailed Work Instructions WIs, Standard Operating Procedures SOPs, and Bills of Materials BOMs.
• New Product Development: Collaborate with engineering to ensure new designs are manufacturable and lead the transition from prototype to production.
• Root Cause Analysis: Utilize tools such as the 5 Whys, Fishbone diagrams, and FMEA to understand root causes and eliminate recurring production bottlenecks.
• Capital Projects: Evaluate new equipment purchases and recommend them to management based on ROI calculations.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead crossfunctional teams using formal problemsolving methodologies, including DMAIC for complex problems and PDCA for rapid process improvements.
• Follow all safety procedures and contribute to maintaining a clean, organized, and efficient work environment.
• Always represents the company in a professional manner

What It Takes

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• 5+ years in an automotive manufacturing environment
• Strong command of AutoCAD, Inventor, or SketchUp
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, NetSuite Preferred.
• Understanding of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing).
• A hands-on approach with the ability to communicate effectively with both executive leadership and operators.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, meet production deadlines, and take initiative in completing tasks and solving problems.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, a positive attitude, commitment to safety including required PPE, and ability to maintain a clean, organized workspace.