Manufacturing Engineer: Lead Process Improvement & NPI

ASSA ABLOY Group

Nicholasville (KY)

On-site

USD 70,000 - 90,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Sargent & Greenleaf is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Nicholasville, Kentucky. This hands-on role focuses on maximizing production output, improving manufacturing and assembly processes, and supporting new product introductions.

You will collaborate with Operations, Quality, Production, and R&D to uphold safety, quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's in Engineering with 5+ years in manufacturing, GD&T expertise, and strong troubleshooting

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment.
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies.
Strong understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem-solving skills in a manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

Develop, evaluate, implement, improve, and document manufacturing processes, tooling, equipment, and work instructions.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, and cost reduction.
Analyze production workflows and recommend process improvements.
Design and optimize equipment layouts, workflow, and workspace utilization for maximum efficiency and safety.
Evaluate equipment and manufacturing processes to produce high-quality products at competitive costs.
Plan and manage product quality activities during transfer from development to production.
Support design validation, process validation, and production readiness activities.
Collaborate with R&D and Product Development teams to ensure designs are optimized for manufacturability.