Manufacturing Engineer II

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope; Northport (AL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Industry-competitive benefits

PTO & holidays

Annual raises & bonuses

Training

Job summary

Oldcastle BuildingEnvelope (OBE) is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design, develop and implement advanced manufacturing processes and equipment. You will report to the Director of Manufacturing and work with cross‑functional teams to optimize operations and drive continuous improvement.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering, at least 2 years in manufacturing, and experience with Toyota Production System and lean concepts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or equivalent hands‑on experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with Toyota Production System, quality systems & lean concepts.
• Proficiency in MS Windows & MS Office (MS Project required); AutoCAD experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop & implement innovative manufacturing processes & equipment.
• Develop & maintain process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans & work instructions.
• Conduct time studies & line balancing, and optimize material flow & plant layout through equipment & production line design.
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians & production staff to optimize manufacturing operations & ensure quality & efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean & TPS tools, applying lean principles, quality systems, statistical tools & procedures.

Skills

Lean concepts

Toyota Production System

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering

Tools

MS Project

AutoCAD

Job description

Come Join Us!

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here.

Come Join Us!

From apartments in New York to hospitals and stadiums in Dallas, libraries at prestigious universities to creating modern retail experiences, our teams contribute architectural glass and building products to projects that shape the way people live, work, heal, learn, and play. At OBE, the work of our employees truly matters. With over 6,500 employees, we operate more than 80 manufacturing and distribution facilities in five countries. You can see some of our favorite projects here. Start your journey with OBE and help us build the future.

What You'll Get to Do

The Manufacturing Engineer is focused on the design, development & implementation of advanced manufacturing processes & equipment, & reports to the Director of Manufacturing. This role is perfect for someone who is passionate about optimizing operations, driving continuous improvement & mentoring technical teams. You'll be empowered with the tools, support & autonomy to make a real, visible impact every day, as a vital member of a Manufacturing team that values innovation, collaboration & operational excellence.

Job responsibilities include:

• Design, develop & implement innovative manufacturing processes & equipment
• Develop & maintain process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, control plans & work instructions
• Conduct time studies & line balancing, & optimize material flow & plant layout through equipment & production line design
• Collaborate with engineers, technicians & production staff to optimize manufacturing operations & ensure quality & efficiency
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean & TPS (Toyota Production System) tools, applying lean principles, quality systems, statistical tools & procedures
• Teach & coach team members on Value Stream Mapping, time studies, Kaizen events, Standard Work, audits/Gemba Walks, PFD, FMEA, Control Plan, Job Element Sheets, root cause analysis (5-Why, Cause & Effect Diagrams, A3 tools), New Product Introduction (NPI) validation, test validation plans, Gauge Studies & statistical analysis
• Provide technical support for operational improvement initiatives (SQDPC: Safety, Quality, Delivery, Productivity, Cost)
• Set up, verify & troubleshoot tools, machines & processes; track critical asset downtime, conduct RCA & implement countermeasures to improve OEE
• Support a critical spare parts program & lead facility reliability KPI improvement initiatives, including autonomous maintenance & preventive maintenance standardization
• Serve as the single point of accountability for capital projects, from AFE (Authorization for Expenditure) generation through asset release, including scope, cost & schedule inputs
• Support new product launches, equipment installations & major initiatives, ensuring successful qualification of new equipment (SAT/FAT) into production

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering, a related technical field, or equivalent hands‑on experience
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in a manufacturing environment
• Experience with Toyota Production System, quality systems & lean concepts
• Ability to lead functional teams or projects of moderate complexity
• Experience with quality tools such as PFD, FMEA, Control Plan, Gauge R&R, statistical analysis & A3
• Certifications such as CQM, ISO 9000/TS-16949 Lead Auditor, Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or Master Black Belt, or equivalent experience, a plus
• Proficiency in MS Windows & MS Office (MS Project required); AutoCAD experience a plus
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) a plus

We welcome candidates from all backgrounds & career paths who bring strong problem‑solving skills, hands‑on drive & a passion for continuous improvement, formal certifications aren't required to be considered.

What OBE Offers You

• Benefits that benefit you – industry competitive benefits at the lowest cost to the employee
• Work‑life balance – PTO and holidays, including floating holidays you can choose
• Compensation that rewards your hard work – A pay‑for‑performance culture with potential for annual raises and bonuses
• Training – We will equip you with the knowledge and skills you need to succeed

OBE will not discharge or discriminate against employees or applicants for discussing, disclosing, or inquiring about their own or others' pay.