Manufacturing Engineer — Lead DFM & Lean Process Improvements

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.

Lyndhurst (VA)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 110,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

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Job summary

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is a leading provider of industrial refrigeration and process cooling solutions, delivering custom engineered systems and in-house support across North America and worldwide.

The Manufacturing Engineer role connects Engineering with Production to ensure designs are practical to build, manufactured safely, efficiently, and with consistent quality. You will support NPI and continuous improvement initiatives and collaborate across multiple departments.

Qualifications

Hands-on manufacturing experience in engineering or production environments.
Ability to read engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.
Experience with ERP/MRP systems preferred.

Responsibilities

Act as the primary technical link between Engineering and Production.
Review drawings, BOMs, and engineering changes for manufacturability.
Support new product introductions and Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
Develop and improve manufacturing processes, work instructions, and tooling.
Troubleshoot production issues and implement practical solutions.
Support fabrication, assembly, testing, and quality initiatives.
Improve safety, quality, efficiency, and production consistency.
Lead process improvements and root cause investigations.
Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
Work closely with Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, and Project Management.
Participate in design reviews and production planning.