Manufacturing Engineer

SupportFinity™; Saline (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401(k) with company contribution match

Paid time off

Collaborative culture

Job summary

SupportFinity™ is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for our Saline, MI location. The ideal candidate will support teams in Lean and Continuous Improvement activities, ensuring effective collaboration and problem-solving.

Key responsibilities include acting as a liaison between teams, monitoring process performance, and driving the timely implementation of improvements. A BS in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years in automotive engineering are preferred. Join us for a collaborative culture with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in automotive engineering preferred.
• Knowledgeable of fixture design and sensors.
• Ability to provide feedback and coaching to teammates.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between Manufacturing and Product Design teams.
• Perform routine process analyses to assess overall performance.
• Monitor plant KPIs and champion performance improvements.

Skills

Knowledge of aluminum extrusion

Strong technical writing

Attention to detail

Strong communication skills

Experience with CAD systems

Problem-solving skills

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

JAC Products has an opportunity for a Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Saline, MI. In this role, you will support Business Unit team members in problem solving, Lean and Continuous Improvement activities, and process development.

What You’ll Do:

• Act as a liaison between Manufacturing Engineering and Product Design Teams to facilitate Design for Manufacturability.
• Perform routine process analyses to assess overall process performance, identifying areas of opportunity, and championing – via direct report group(s) and/or cross-functional teams – the timely implementation & execution of process improvements.
• Independently monitor plant KPIs, identifying areas of opportunity, and championing – via direct report group(s) and/or cross-functional teams – the timely implementation & execution of performance improvements.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• Knowledgeable of aluminum extrusion, buffing and fabrication tooling and equipment processes.
• Strong technical writing skills for the preparation of quote packages and specifications.
• Strong eye for detail and maintaining exacting standards.
• Effectively work with others, sound verbal communication and interpersonal relationship skills.
• Ability to provide performance standards, feedback and coaching to teammates and third-party suppliers.
• Knowledgeable of CAD systems/software for product and tool designs.
• Knowledge of fixture design, sensors, PLC and programming, poke yoke and error proofing.
• Experience with APQP, GD&T, automotive quality and appearance standards, and finishing requirements.
• Knowledgeable of raw materials, manufacturing methods and alternatives for improved performance and/or cost.
• Strong communication skills, MS Office skills, organizational and problem-solving skills are required.
• BS in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent work experience preferred.
• 5+ years’ experience in engineering an automotive environment preferred.

Benefits:

We offer a comprehensive benefit plan that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company contribution match, paid time off, paid holidays, and many other benefits in a collaborative culture that focuses on innovation and teamwork.

JAC Products is an equal opportunity employer and gives equal consideration for employment to qualified applicants.