Manufacturing Engineer II

PrideNow; Staunton (VA); On-site; USD 84,000 - 114,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Competitive salary

Job summary

PrideNow is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to support and enhance manufacturing operations in Staunton, VA. You will drive process improvements, support production, and lead lean initiatives across cross-functional teams to boost efficiency, quality, safety, and cost.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Production to optimize processes, layouts, and equipment. Strong background in lean methods and multi-team projects is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 4–6+ years of related manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience analyzing manufacturing processes and implementing process improvements.
• Preferred: SolidWorks, AutoCAD 2D, and MS Project.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Production teams to improve manufacturing processes.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement and Kaizen events.
• Analyze production processes, labor standards, workflow, and staffing to improve efficiency.
• Collect and analyze operational data to optimize facility layout, equipment utilization, and workflow.
• Develop work instructions, training checklists, and training matrices.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) by improving manufacturability and defining production processes.
• Assist with tooling and equipment selection, obtain vendor quotes, and manage projects from implementation through employee training.
• Provide technical support and collaborate with cross-functional teams on manufacturing initiatives.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional teamwork

Process improvement

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD 2D

MS Project

Job description

Relocation Assistance: Full relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates.

Job Summary

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer II to support and improve manufacturing operations. This role focuses on process improvement, production support, lean manufacturing initiatives, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency, quality, safety, and cost.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Production teams to improve manufacturing processes.
• Lead and participate in continuous improvement and Kaizen events.
• Analyze production processes, labor standards, workflow, and staffing to improve efficiency.
• Collect and analyze operational data to optimize facility layout, equipment utilization, and workflow.
• Develop work instructions, training checklists, and training matrices.
• Support new product introductions (NPI) by improving manufacturability and defining production processes.
• Assist with tooling and equipment selection, obtain vendor quotes, and manage projects from implementation through employee training.
• Provide technical support and collaborate with cross-functional teams on manufacturing initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 4–6+ years of related manufacturing engineering experience.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience analyzing manufacturing processes and implementing process improvements.
• Preferred: SolidWorks, AutoCAD 2D, and MS Project.

Why Apply?

• Competitive salary of $99,000.
• Full relocation assistance available for qualified candidates.
• Opportunity to lead continuous improvement initiatives and support new product introductions.
• Work in a collaborative manufacturing environment with opportunities for professional growth.

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates offers eligible employee's comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance and employee discounts with preferred vendors.

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, reproductive health decision making, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

PrideGlobal and it's affiliates are a Fair Chance employer. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local Fair Chance laws and ordinances, including, the California Fair Chance Act and all applicable local Fair Chance ordinances.

Accommodations

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, or to perform the essential functions of this role, please contact us.