Manufacturing Engineer

Adecco; Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 91,000 - 109,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Job summary

A staffing firm is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer in Wausau, WI, to drive continuous improvement initiatives and manage key projects. Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in Engineering, experience in manufacturing, and certifications in Lean Six Sigma. The role offers a full-time position with a competitive salary ranging from $91,000 to $109,500 annually.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a continuous improvement or process improvement role within manufacturing.
• Experience in steel fabrication is a plus but not required.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and implement initiatives to improve productivity and efficiency.
• Manage capital projects including scope, justification, and execution plans.
• Analyze data to uncover trends and areas for improvement.
• Lead training sessions on Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Track progress against project goals and report KPIs.
• Develop SOPs and maintain records of initiatives.

Skills

Process improvement

Project management

Data analysis

Lean methodology

Six Sigma methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt certification

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Project management tools

Statistical analysis software

Job description

Overview

Manufacturing Engineer – Wausau, WI. We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Manufacturing Engineer to join our team in Wausau, WI. This role is critical in driving continuous improvement initiatives, managing key projects, and enhancing efficiency across all departments. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in process improvement, project management, and a passion for fostering a culture of operational excellence. This range is provided by Adecco. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

Base pay range

$91,000.00/yr - $109,500.00/yr

What You Will Do

• Identify, develop, and implement initiatives that improve productivity, quality, and efficiency across multiple departments.
• Manage Capital Projects
• Define scope, justification, budgets, and execution plans for facility capital investment projects in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Partner with department leaders and employees to identify improvement opportunities and develop actionable strategies.
• Analyze Data for Insights
• Collect, review, and interpret data to uncover trends, root causes, and areas for improvement.
• Train and Develop Teams
• Lead workshops and training sessions on Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Monitor Performance Metrics
• Track progress against project goals and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to senior leadership.
• Develop and implement SOPs and best practices to ensure efficiency and consistency across operations.
• Facilitate Problem-Solving
• Use Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis tools to resolve issues and eliminate inefficiencies.
• Document Projects and Outcomes
• Maintain detailed records of initiatives, including goals, timelines, progress, and results.
• Support Change Management
• Help guide teams through organizational changes, ensuring adoption with minimal disruption.

What You Will Need

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Operations Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Certification: Lean Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt preferred.
• Experience: 3–5 years in a continuous improvement or process improvement role within a manufacturing environment (steel fabrication experience is a plus, but not required).
• Technical Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, project management tools, and statistical analysis software.
• Core Skills: Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication abilities.
• Collaboration: Ability to influence and work effectively across teams without direct authority.

If you meet the above qualifications and would like to apply for this position, you may email your up-to-date, professional CV/resume to Tim Dameron @ [e-mail].

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Industries

• Architectural and Structural Metal Manufacturing

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)

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