Manufacturing Engineer

Matthews International; York (York County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A high-end woodworking manufacturing company is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to enhance quality and production processes. The candidate will work closely with the shop floor and technical teams, optimizing workflows and leading improvement initiatives. A degree in mechanical engineering along with 5+ years of experience in manufacturing is required. The role emphasizes collaboration, problem-solving, and teaching skills.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of solving problems and implementing improvements.
• Ability to analyze complex data to deliver effective solutions.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and implement improvements to manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with engineers and suppliers to resolve quality issues.
• Train staff in new and existing processes.

Skills

Problem-solving

Statistical analysis

Interpersonal skills

Teaching skills

Microsoft Office Suite proficiency

Education

Degree in mechanical engineering or related field

Tools

Woodworking machinery

Job description

Matthews International York, Pennsylvania plant is a high-end wood working plant mixing traditional manufacturing techniques with state-of-the-art automation to produce industry leading caskets. The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for improving quality and production processes. This can be collaboratively in a team environment or individually. The incumbent will work with shop floor employees as well as other technical staff and management.

The expectations below are not meant to be all-inclusive but to highlight major areas of responsibility that are accomplished in this role, either personally, collaboratively or through a team.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Evaluate and implement improvements to manufacturing processes that promote quality, efficiency, and productivity.
• Assists in designing and implementing fixturing/jigs to improve quality and productivity.
• Optimizes facility layouts, production lines, and machine operations.
• Collaborates with other engineers, contractors, and suppliers to resolve quality issues and delays in production.
• Train staff in new and existing processes.
• Resolves customer quality issues as needed. This may include direct customer contact and interaction with the sales team or others outside the plant environment.
• Implements changes within the Quality Management System.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Set quality standards with the product management team as new products are introduced.
• Maintains accurate documentation of quality standards, work instructions, quality records, and other related documentation.
• Develop methods for inspection, testing, and evaluation of products.
• Performs root cause analysis on product/process-related issues.
• Utilize risk assessment tools (e.g., PFMEAs) to identify actions to reduce risks.
• Improves production processes using Kaizen events, process mapping, 5s, or other lean tools.
• Identify trends and process variations for future improvement initiatives.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Degree in mechanical engineering or related field.
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of solving problems and implementing improvement.
• Experience with woodworking machinery a plus.
• High level of statistical knowledge and the ability to apply analysis techniques to product and process improvement projects.
• Ability to break down complex situations and perform analysis of complex data and information to deliver effective solutions.
• Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills.
• Effective teaching and training skills.
• Excellent skills in Microsoft Office Suite

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see. Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

Matthews Memorialization is a leader in the memorialization industry who is committed to helping customers grow their businesses and helping families move from grieving to remembrance by providing products of superior craftsmanship and revenue generating programs and services.

At Matthews International, what makes us different is what makes us great. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need. Matthews International affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, age, disability or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled. Matthews International endeavors to make our employment website and application process accessible to all users and applicants. In doing so, Matthews International provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you have a disability and require a reasonable accommodation or assistance completing the application process, please contact a member of our Human Resource Team.