Manufacturing Engineer I: NPI & Continuous Improvement

generac; Belvidere (IL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 102,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

401(k) retirement benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Generac is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead process improvements and coordinate New Product Introductions across Operations. You will study manufacturing methods, implement improvements, and work with shopfloor teams to ensure plans are executed efficiently.

Responsibilities include facility transformation, technology transfer, and maintaining mixed-model lines. Proficiency with CAD and PLC programming, along with lean principles, will enable you to drive cost reductions and quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology or related field.
• Experience in engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate successful launch of New Product Introductions (NPI) within Operations.
• Contribute to facility transformation and technology transfer; maintain mixed model lines.
• Implement process improvements with policies, procedures and documentation.
• Apply demand-driven principles to support operational excellence and long-range plans.
• Ensure flow of product, material and information streams for efficiency and cost reduction.
• Contribute innovative ideas to improve business results.
• Deploy Generac tools, methodologies, standards and processes.
• Drive continuous improvement to meet customer satisfaction and fulfillment needs.
• Collaborate with shop floor personnel to improve methods and controls.
• Responsible for area layouts, process definitions, PLC programming, equipment and tooling selection and implementation.

Skills

Lean principles

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Problem solving

PLC programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Industrial Technology

Tools

CAD

Job description

Generac is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead process improvements and coordinate New Product Introductions across Operations. You will study manufacturing methods, implement improvements, and work with shopfloor teams to ensure plans are executed efficiently.

Responsibilities include facility transformation, technology transfer, and maintaining mixed-model lines. Proficiency with CAD and PLC programming, along with lean principles, will enable you to drive cost reductions and quality