Manufacturing Engineer III

Saint--gobain; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and wellbeing benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to serve as the technical authority for manufacturing processes. The role drives data-driven improvements across Norcross and Conyers facilities, owning Capex budgets and leading advanced manufacturing initiatives, while ensuring safety and quality compliance.

Key duties include leading safety audits, applying SPC/DOE, supporting NPD, and mentoring cross-functional teams to improve performance and establish standardized metrics and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant engineering field.
• 7+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
• 5+ years in metal fabrication processes (forming, bending, cutting, punching).
• Demonstrated 5+ years in project management.
• 5+ years Lean / WCM experience (6 Sigma Green/Black Belt).
• 3+ years AutoCAD and SolidWorks.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety culture and ensure compliance with policies and regulations.
• Collect and analyze production data; apply SPC/DOE to establish baselines.
• Advance to Industry 4.0 using data collection and central teams.
• Oversee Capex budget (~$2M annually) and manage capital projects.
• Support new product development from quoting to cost estimation.
• Lead RCA, kaizen events and cross-functional problem solving.
• Develop and maintain BOMs, routings, SOPs, and work instructions.

Skills

Safety leadership

Data-driven analysis

Project management

Lean / WCM

Communication

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

MS Office

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Material Science, or Mechatronics

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

SAP or ERP systems

MS Office Suite

Job description

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.

Advanced Manufacturing:

• 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.

New Product Development:

• 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).

Continuous Improvement:

• 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.

Process Documentation:

• 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

A little more about us

At Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed, our employees have pride in belonging to 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 [emailprotected] .

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

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