Manufacturing Engineer

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.; Sedalia (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Disability insurance

401(k)

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Tool discounts

Job summary

Stanley Black & Decker, Inc. seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize Sedalia, MO operations onsite. You will design and test automated machinery, implement production-line improvements, program PLCs, and maintain documentation for processes.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor's in engineering disciplines, with hands-on CAD, PLC, robotics, and data-analysis skills. Collaboration with R&D, quality, and maintenance is essential for new product launches and safe, compliant production.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, or Manufacturing Engineering.
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Proficiency with PLCs, robotics, and data analysis tools; programming (Python, C++).
• Lean manufacturing principles (Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S) and production techniques.

Responsibilities

• Analyze existing manufacturing operations to identify and implement improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality.
• Design, test, and implement automated machinery, robotic systems, and software programs.
• Design, install, and troubleshoot new manufacturing equipment, tools, and production lines.
• Identify automation opportunities to enhance efficiency and lower costs.
• Program and maintain PLCs and control systems for industrial processes.
• Create and update work instructions, SOPs, and technical documentation.
• Evaluate products against specifications to ensure quality standards and resolve production issues.
• Collaborate with R&D, quality, and maintenance to support launches and troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Ensure manufacturing processes adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

PLCs

Robotics

Data analysis

Python

C++

SCADA

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Software, or Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

SCADA

Job description

Manufacturing Engineer – Onsite

Location: Sedalia, MO, United States

The Job

• Process Improvement: Analyze existing manufacturing operations to identify, develop, and implement improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality.
• Design & Development: Create, test, and implement automated machinery, robotic systems, and software programs.
• Production System Design: Design, install, and troubleshoot new manufacturing equipment, tools, and production lines.
• Process Improvement: Analyze existing workflows to identify automation opportunities that enhance efficiency and lower costs.
• System Programming: Program and maintain Control Systems, such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), for industrial processes.
• Documentation & Standards: Create, maintain, and update work instructions, SOPs, and technical documentation for manufacturing processes.
• Quality Control: Evaluate products against specifications to ensure quality standards are met and resolve production issues.
• Support & Collaboration: Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (R&D, quality, maintenance) to support new product launches and troubleshoot equipment failures.
• Safety & Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing processes adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations.

The Person

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Software, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD), PLCs, robotics, and data analysis tools; programming languages (e.g., Python, C++), PLCs, and SCADA systems.
• Technical Knowledge: Understanding of lean manufacturing principles (Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S) and production techniques; strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, or software engineering principles.
• Soft Skills: Strong problem‑solving, troubleshooting complex automated systems, project management, and communication skills.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well‑being.
• Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).

EEO Statement

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