Manufacturing Engineer II: Drive On‑Time Production & Quality

Hutchinson; Livingston (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hutchinson, a French company with an international presence, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to support on‑time product launches and quality shipments at our Livingston, TN site. The role focuses on developing efficient manufacturing methods, layout design, and coordination with design and planning teams to optimize production.

Requires a four-year engineering degree and at least four years in metal fabrication, with knowledge of JIT, FMEA, GD&T, and related standards.

Qualifications

• Four year engineering degree with at least 4 years of related experience in metal fabrication, machining and forming.
• Specialized training in computer skills, time management and cohesive team building.
• Working knowledge of JIT manufacturing, cellular manufacturing, FMEA, process flow diagrams, ANSI Y-14.5, GD&T, tube bending and brazing.
• High mechanical aptitude and problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods using knowledge of design, materials, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment capabilities.
• Design layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.
• Consult with planning and design staff on product design and tooling to ensure efficient production methods.
• Coordinate with vendors to determine specifications and procure equipment, materials, or parts.
• Estimate production times, staffing requirements, and related costs for management decisions.
• Support management and engineering staff regarding manufacturing capabilities and schedules.
• Design tooling, fixtures, product/part, and machines.
• Develop plans for productivity and efficiency improvements and perform cost estimates.
• Assist in establishing advanced quality engineering standards and procedures.
• Prevent environmental and safety nonconformities and stop nonconforming operations until corrective actions are completed.

Skills

Manufacturing methods

Layout optimization

Vendor coordination

Production scheduling

Tooling design

Quality engineering

Process improvement

Problem solving

Education

Four-year engineering degree

Tools

FMEA

GD&T

ANSI Y14.5

JIT manufacturing

Cellular manufacturing

Job description

Hutchinson, a French company with an international presence, seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to support on‑time product launches and quality shipments at our Livingston, TN site. The role focuses on developing efficient manufacturing methods, layout design, and coordination with design and planning teams to optimize production.

Requires a four-year engineering degree and at least four years in metal fabrication, with knowledge of JIT, FMEA, GD&T, and related standards.