Manufacturing Engineer III

CertainTeed; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Employee wellness programs

Job summary

Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed seeks a Manufacturing Engineer III for the Norcross and Conyers facilities. You will be the primary technical authority for processes, capex lifecycles, and digital manufacturing systems, driving data‑driven improvements and scalable, safe operations.

You will lead safety programs, apply SPC/DOE, manage a ~$2M Capex budget, support new product trials, mentor teams, and coordinate with Finance, Quality, Planning and Operations to ensure BOMs, routings and SOPs are

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Material Science or Mechatronics with engineering experience in manufacturing.
• 7+ years metal fabrication experience including forming, bending, cutting, punching, etc.
• 5+ years project management experience with Lean/WCM and Six Sigma Green/Black Belt preferred.
• Experience with AutoCAD and SolidWorks; knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems.
• Project management certification or similar time-frame experience is a plus.
• Strong written and oral communication and ability to work independently.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; MES software experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety culture and audits, ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Collect and analyze production data; apply SPC/DOE to establish baselines.
• Own Capex budget (~$2M annually); manage execution and reporting of projects.
• Develop and validate materials, SOPs, routings, and BOMs with cross-functional teams.
• Lead root cause analysis and Kaizen events; mentor improvement teams.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Quality, Planning to improve processes.

Skills

Data-driven analysis

Problem solving

Team leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Statistical methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

SAP

MES software

Microsoft Office

Job description

WHY DO WE NEED YOU? For the Norcross and Conyers manufacturing facilities, the Manufacturing Engineer III is the primary technical authority for manufacturing processes, capex project lifecycle, and digital manufacturing systems. The role operates with a high level of independence to align technical solutions with business needs, improve operational performance, and support scalable, data driven manufacturing process improvements across both sites. The position is accountable for ensuring manufacturing systems meet safety, quality, and business requirements to deliver a solution our customers expect. Safety

• Lead, promote and maintain a strong safety culture by ensuring strict adherence to all company safety policies and regulatory requirements. Conduct regular safety audits and risk assessments and actively participate in incident and near-miss investigations to determine root causes and corrective actions. Data-Driven Analysis
• Collect and analyze data from current production performance against established baselines and apply appropriate corrective action to improve processes. Apply statistical process control (SPC), design of experiments (DOE), and other statistical tools to establish new production baselines.
• Lead the plant into the next phase of I4.0 progression. Working closely with the Central I4.0 team to identify, plan and execute a phased approach to advance the operations technological data collection. Capex Leadership
• Ownership of the Capital Expense budget ~$2M annually; support the development, execution, tracking & reporting of Capex projects, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget. Communicate Capex-related decisions effectively to cross functional departments and leaders within the business unit and central support teams.
• Partner and support the development, trialing, testing, material validation and SOP development required to bring new products to market. Manage quote requests and provide accurate manufacturing costs to Project Management/Customer Solutions, Estimating and Planning teams (tooling, fixture design, materials & machinery).
• Lead and support Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen events, and problem-solving workshops, ensuring chronic losses are addressed through standardized methods
• Coach and mentor pillar leaders and improvement teams, elevating technical capability, driving consistent application of WCM tools, and building a strong multisite problem-solving culture.
• Champion the use of performance tracking tools (e.g., Project Tracker, dashboards) to ensure cross-plant transparency and data driven decision making. Establish consistent metrics definitions, review cadence, and governance processes across departments.
• Collaborate with Finance, Operations, Quality, Planning and Precon teams to develop and maintain Bill of Materials (BOM) and routings for accurate costing and scheduling. Develops, maintains and trains standard operating procedures, and work instructions.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

• Education Bachelor's degree Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Material Science, Mechatronics- Experience Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• 7+ Yrs Metal fabrication: forming, bending, cutting, punching, etc.
• 5+ Yrs Demonstrated Project Mgmt. skills- 5+ Yrs Lean / WCM experience 5+ Yrs (6 sigma Green/Black Belt)
• AutoCAD and SolidWorks 3+ Yrs License/Certification
• Time Frame Project Management Certification 2 years
• Other (Knowledge Of Coding Languages, Interpersonal Skills, Etc.) Knowledge of SAP or other ERP system- Preferred MES Software functional development / rollout experience- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to work independently on assignments Flexible and open-minded with good written and oral communication- strong collaboration skills

Little More About Us

At Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed, our employees have pride in an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home. Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, "Making the World a Better Home."\

LEGAL STATEMENT

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans. Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [e-mail].

Benefits In Joining Us

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs: Health and Wellbeing - Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work

• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance Additional Benefits - Helping shape the experience and impact you want
• Group Legal
• Identity Theft Protection
• Auto and Home Insurance
• Pet Insurance and Discounts
• Back-up Child & Elder Care
• PerkSpot Employee Discount Program