Manufacturing Engineer - 1st shift

US11 Electrolux Consumer Products, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision & life ins.

401(k) Retirement plan

Holiday & vacation time off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition reimbursement after 12 months

Job summary

Electrolux Group North America is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Kinston, NC to drive improvements in safety, quality, efficiency and cost across manufacturing operations. You will lead capital expenditure projects, support digital manufacturing, and develop specifications for equipment in alignment with global standards.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering and at least 2 years in manufacturing or similar technical roles; strong problem solving, blueprints reading, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and alignment with manufacturing/maintenance requirements.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in manufacturing, maintenance, or similar technical role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with proven troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, OEE, and MTM; familiarity with maintenance/reliability tools and digital manufacturing a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong data analysis, reporting, and technical documentation skills.
• Effective communicator and team collaborator; able to train/mentor others and work flexible shifts (including weekends).

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing processes.
• Develop technical specifications for equipment in alignment with global standards and guidelines.
• Lead capital expenditure (CapEx) projects and drive process improvement initiatives.
• Oversee equipment installation while ensuring full compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct manufacturability analyses to support new product development projects.
• Support digital manufacturing initiatives, including virtual feasibility assessments.
• Design and execute factory layout projects utilizing Lean manufacturing principles.
• Perform time studies, line balancing, and develop standardized work documentation.
• Contribute to PFMEA, DFA, and DFM activities.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for new product introductions and process improvements.
• Prepare capital investment proposals and monitor project expenditures.
• Lead supplier sourcing efforts and conduct equipment evaluations.
• Develop and implement reliability strategies, plans, and procedures.
• Coordinate inventory management and oversee routine procurement of parts and supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders and maintenance activities using CMMS.
• Support emergency response efforts and contribute to corrective action planning.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Blueprint reading

Data analysis

Communication

Team collaboration

Mentoring/training

Shift flexibility

Lean Six Sigma

SPC / OEE / MTM knowledge

Digital manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description At Electrolux Group, our vision is to be the home appliance industry leader in consumer satisfaction by delivering outstanding lifetime experiences with solutions that always get better. We share ideas and collaborate so that together we can develop solutions that deliver more enjoyable and sustainable living. Come, join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute and grow together. Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home!

All about the role:

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for driving improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and cost across manufacturing operations. This role minimizes system failures across hardware, software, human, and process domains while supporting industrialization of new products and processes. The engineer leads equipment procurement, reliability/maintenance initiatives, and champions continuous improvement projects using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Where you’ll be:

This position will be based in Kinston, NC

What you’ll do:

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing processes.
• Develop technical specifications for equipment in alignment with global standards and guidelines.
• Lead capital expenditure (CapEx) projects and drive process improvement initiatives.
• Oversee equipment installation while ensuring full compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct manufacturability analyses to support new product development projects.
• Support digital manufacturing initiatives, including virtual feasibility assessments.
• Design and execute factory layout projects utilizing Lean manufacturing principles.
• Perform time studies, line balancing, and develop standardized work documentation.
• Contribute to PFMEA, Design for Automation (DFA), and Design for Manufacture (DFM) activities.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for new product introductions and process improvements.
• Prepare capital investment proposals and monitor project expenditures.
• Lead supplier sourcing efforts and conduct equipment evaluations.
• Develop and implement reliability strategies, plans, and procedures.
• Coordinate inventory management and oversee routine procurement of parts and supplies.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders and maintenance activities using CMMS.
• Support emergency response efforts and contribute to corrective action planning.

Qualifications and skills required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, maintenance, or similar technical role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with proven troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, OEE, and MTM; familiarity with maintenance/reliability tools and digital manufacturing a plus.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office with strong data analysis, reporting, and technical documentation skills.
• Effective communicator and team collaborator; able to train/mentor others and work flexible shifts (including weekends).

Benefits highlights:

• Medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Competitive holiday and vacation time off program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with relevant company contribution.
• Discounted products and an EAP upon hire and tuition reimbursement after 12 months of service.

Please be advised that we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this position at this time.

Find more on: Electrolux Group North America: https://www.linkedin.com/company/electrolux/life/northamerica/ Electrolux Group Careers: https://career.electroluxgroup.com/global/en

Electrolux Home Products, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).

Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status.

If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request through [e-mail].

The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Electrolux Group is a leading global appliance company that has shaped living for the better for more than 100 years. We reinvent taste, care and wellbeing experiences for millions of people, always striving to be at the forefront of sustainability in society through our solutions and operations. Under our group of leading appliance brands, including Electrolux, AEG and Frigidaire, we sell household products in around 120 markets every year. In 2023 Electrolux Group had sales of SEK 134 billion and employed 45,000 people around the world. For more information go to www.electroluxgroup.com.