Manufacturing Engineer — Drive Throughput & Process Excellence

Milwaukee Tool; Town of Sun Prairie (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) savings plan

Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)

Education assistance

Job summary

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to develop and improve manufacturing processes, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met. The role collaborates across Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and NPD Engineering to optimize operations.

Responsibilities include creating work instructions, reducing cycle times, and supporting new equipment startups. This position emphasizes continuous improvement and strong problem-solving capabilities in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
• Minimum 1 year of Manufacturing Engineering, Project Management, or related experience required.
• Experience supporting manufacturing processes (machining, stamping, assembly, coating, automation).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency with CAD and data analysis tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Excel).
• Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and structured problem solving.
• Advanced computer knowledge and skills in MS Office/Project and SolidWorks/AutoCAD/NX.

Responsibilities

• Develop and update manufacturing work instructions and related process documentation.
• Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes to increase throughput, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Conduct time studies, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to improve cycle time, labor efficiency, and overall process flow.
• Support the installation, startup, and validation of new equipment and technology.
• Collaborate with Maintenance to improve PM schedules and reduce unplanned downtime.
• Lead or support root‑cause analysis on machine, tooling, or process issues.
• Provide daily floor support to troubleshoot process, tooling, and equipment issues.
• Utilize key process indicators to improve safety, efficiency, quality, and uptime of production equipment.
• Ensure communication of process changes and updates across shifts and plant personnel.
• Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement projects as necessary.
• Support build readiness for engineering changes, new product launches, or product transfers.
• Act as technical resource for manufacturing and maintenance and as a backup for other engineers.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving

Lean manufacturing principles

Cross-functional collaboration

Structured problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

NX

Excel

MS Office/Project

Job description

Milwaukee Tool is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to develop and improve manufacturing processes, ensuring safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met. The role collaborates across Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and NPD Engineering to optimize operations.

Responsibilities include creating work instructions, reducing cycle times, and supporting new equipment startups. This position emphasizes continuous improvement and strong problem-solving capabilities in a