Manufacturing Engineer: Automation & CI (First Shift)

A.R. Mazzotta; Shelton (CT); On-site; USD 95,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Job summary

A.R. Mazzotta is partnering with a growing manufacturer in the Shelton area to hire a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys improving production equipment, supporting automation, solving complex manufacturing challenges, and driving continuous improvement.

In this hands-on role, you'll work closely with Production, Maintenance, and Leadership to improve equipment reliability and optimize processes. The position offers first shift hours, a comprehensive benefits package, and a direct-hire opportunity

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Strong CAD experience.
• Experience with PLCs, drives, controls, and manufacturing automation.
• Working knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and Microsoft Office.
• Excellent troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills.
• Strong planning, organization, and project management abilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate across departments.

Responsibilities

• Ensure production equipment and manufacturing lines are prepared for daily operations.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, production processes, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement long-term corrective actions.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that increase productivity, quality, and efficiency.
• Support machine upgrades, automation initiatives, and capital improvement projects.
• Review and enhance preventive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize equipment reliability.
• Coordinate maintenance schedules, production support activities, shutdowns, and large-scale projects.
• Help guide the daily priorities of the maintenance and equipment setup team.
• Develop training plans that promote safe, efficient, and reliable operations.
• Maintain engineering drawings, schematics, maintenance records, and technical documentation.

Skills

Strong problem-solving

Project management

Communication

Planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

PLC control systems

ERP/MRP

Microsoft Office

Job description

A.R. Mazzotta is partnering with a growing manufacturer in the Shelton area to hire a Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys improving production equipment, supporting automation, solving complex manufacturing challenges, and driving continuous improvement.

In this hands-on role, you'll work closely with Production, Maintenance, and Leadership to improve equipment reliability and optimize processes. The position offers first shift hours, a comprehensive benefits package, and a direct-hire opportunity