Manufacturing Engineer III

CertainTeed; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) with company match

Life insurance

Long-term disability

Parental leave

Job summary

Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer III to serve as the lead technical resource across two facilities. You will drive operational excellence through process optimization, Industry 4.0 initiatives, and data-driven decision making while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.

You will own capital projects including a ~$2M annual CapEx budget and support new product development through design, validation, and cost analysis, mentoring teams and developing SOPs

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, industrial, materials, or mechatronics).
• 7+ years of engineering experience in manufacturing.
• 5+ years of Lean/WCM experience (6 Sigma Green/Black Belt).
• 3+ years of AutoCAD and SolidWorks experience.
• Project Management Certification.
• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems preferred.
• MES software development/rollout experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead safety culture and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data using SPC/DOE to improve performance, quality, and efficiency.
• Lead Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing initiatives with central technology teams.
• Own and manage CapEx projects with an annual budget around $2M.
• Support new product development via process design, validation, testing, and cost analysis.
• Drive Lean and Kaizen activities and mentor teams on problem solving and operational excellence.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, BOMs, and routings.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Project management

Statistical analysis (SPC, DOE)

Data-driven decision making

Independent work

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Material Science

Bachelor's Degree in Mechatronics

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

SAP / ERP systems

MES Software

Microsoft Office

Job description

The Manufacturing Engineer III serves as the lead technical resource for manufacturing processes, capital projects, and digital manufacturing systems across two production facilities. This role drives operational excellence through process optimization, Industry 4.0 initiatives, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Champion a strong safety culture through compliance, risk assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data and apply statistical tools (SPC, DOE) to improve performance, quality, and efficiency.
• Lead Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing initiatives in partnership with central technology teams.
• Manage and execute capital projects, including ownership of an annual CapEx budget of approximately $2M.
• Support new product development through process design, validation, testing, and cost analysis.
• Drive continuous improvement efforts using root cause analysis, Kaizen, and Lean manufacturing principles.
• Mentor teams and promote best practices in problem-solving and operational excellence.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, BOMs, and routings.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Material Science, Mechatronics
• 7+ years of Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment
• Metal fabrication: 5+ years of forming, bending, cutting, punching, etc.
• 5+ years of demonstrated project management skills
• 5+ years of Lean/WCM experience (6 sigma Green/Black Belt)
• 3+ years of AutoCAD and SolidWorks experience
• Project Management Certification
• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems is 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."

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 Saving 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