Manufacturing Engineer I: Lean, Automation & CI

Axelon Services Corporation; Findlay Township (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Axelon Services Corporation in Findlay Township, PA, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, optimize, and scale production processes using lean and Six Sigma. This 12-month, 100% on-site assignment offers hands-on exposure to automation, process mapping, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.

You will develop work instructions, conduct time studies, monitor KPIs, and implement corrective actions to improve throughput, quality, and safety.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, industrial, manufacturing engineering or related field.
• Experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or production management in a high-volume setting.
• Proficiency with CAD software and simulation tools; familiarity with machining, assembly, and materials science.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration across cross-functional teams; ability to influence stakeholders.
• Project management experience including planning, organizing, and executing projects to deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes, procedures, and workflows using lean and Six Sigma principles.
• Design and implement new systems, equipment, and tools, including automation, to improve throughput while ensuring safety and quality.
• Conduct time and motion studies and capacity analyses to identify bottlenecks and improvements.
• Collaborate with production, engineering, quality, and supply chain for new product introductions and scale-ups.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting to resolve equipment issues and deviations; implement CAPA actions.
• Perform root cause analyses (RCA) and FMEA to improve process reliability and product quality.
• Create work instructions, SOPs, and training materials; train operators and technicians.
• Monitor KPIs and production metrics to drive continuous improvement and achieve targets.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Process optimization

Data analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Problem solving

Communication

Continuous improvement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Engineering

Master's degree or professional certification in Lean/Six Sigma/PM

Tools

AutoCAD

PTC Creo

SolidWorks

Siemens NX

SAP / ERP systems

Job description

Axelon Services Corporation in Findlay Township, PA, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, optimize, and scale production processes using lean and Six Sigma. This 12-month, 100% on-site assignment offers hands-on exposure to automation, process mapping, and cross-functional collaboration with engineering, quality, and supply chain teams.

You will develop work instructions, conduct time studies, monitor KPIs, and implement corrective actions to improve throughput, quality, and safety.