Manufacturing Engineer

International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO); United States; Remote; USD 68,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

The International Association of Plumbing and Mechanical Officials (IAPMO) in Stilwell, OK is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to help improve manufacturing processes, support production, and drive operational excellence in a collaborative plant environment.

You will lead continuous improvement initiatives, troubleshoot equipment issues, and develop documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance quality, safety, and performance on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Manufacturing/Industrial engineering or related field.
• Experience in a manufacturing or plant environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen exposure is a plus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work on-site in Stilwell, OK.

Responsibilities

• Support daily manufacturing operations to maximize efficiency.
• Identify and implement process improvements for quality and safety.
• Troubleshoot equipment and process issues.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and root-cause analysis.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation and work instructions.
• Support new equipment installation and process validation.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Communication

Team collaboration

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

We're seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a well-established global manufacturer at its production facility in Stilwell, OK. This is an excellent opportunity to play a key role in improving manufacturing processes, supporting production, and driving operational excellence in a collaborative plant environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day manufacturing operations to maximize efficiency and productivity.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance quality, safety, and performance.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment-related issues.
• Collaborate with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing and root cause analysis techniques.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, procedures, and work instructions.
• Support new equipment installation, process validation, and capital improvement projects.

What We're Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or a related Engineering discipline.
• Experience working in a manufacturing, production, or plant environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Kaizen is an advantage.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work full-time on-site in Stilwell, Oklahoma.

Why Join?

• Join a stable, globally recognized manufacturer with a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence.
• Work on meaningful projects that directly impact manufacturing performance and operational success.
• Be part of a collaborative team that values innovation, continuous improvement, and professional growth.
• Enjoy the opportunity to make a tangible difference within a modern manufacturing environment.