Manufacturing Engineer: Lean CI, NPD & Automation

SP Industries Inc.; Pocomoke City (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

SP Industries Inc. in Pocomoke City, MD is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to drive continuous improvement, process engineering, and operational excellence across manufacturing operations.

The role leads process optimization, capital projects, and new product development while using manufacturing data to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency. The incumbent will support BOM/S, PIRs, routings, and manufacturing system data; collaborate cross-functionally with Operations,

Qualifications

• 3–7 years experience in manufacturing, process, or industrial engineering.
• Working knowledge of continuous improvement, lean manufacturing, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience supporting process improvements, capital projects, and new product development.
• Familiarity with manufacturing systems and data, including BOMs, PIRs, routings, and performance metrics.
• Proficiency in CAD software (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent) and 3D modeling preferred.
• Familiarity with 3D printing and additive manufacturing for prototyping, tooling, fixturing, and process development.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including data analysis, root cause analysis, and process optimization.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment operation, and process validation.
• Hands‑on, mechanically inclined, and comfortable working in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong project management, communication, and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate cross‑functionally and manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support and execute continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing, ABM, and Six Sigma to reduce waste and drive cost savings.
• Develop, evaluate, and standardize manufacturing processes and workflows to improve efficiency, quality, and production consistency.
• Support capital projects from planning through implementation, including equipment evaluation, cost analysis, installation, and validation.
• Contribute to new product development by developing manufacturing processes and supporting process trials for production readiness.
• Create and maintain Bills of Material, Production Information Records, routings, and manufacturing system data.
• Collect and analyze manufacturing data, perform time studies, and monitor KPIs to identify inefficiencies and measure improvements.
• Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to troubleshoot and implement corrective actions.
• Develop engineering drawings, equipment specs, process documentation, and work instructions for changes and standardization.
• Evaluate automation and equipment modifications to improve safety, quality, capacity, and efficiency.
• Track project milestones and communicate progress, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Six Sigma Green Belt

Process optimization

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Education

B.S. Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

3D modeling

3D printing

Job description

SP Industries Inc. in Pocomoke City, MD is hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to drive continuous improvement, process engineering, and operational excellence across manufacturing operations.

The role leads process optimization, capital projects, and new product development while using manufacturing data to improve productivity, quality, safety, and cost efficiency. The incumbent will support BOM/S, PIRs, routings, and manufacturing system data; collaborate cross-functionally with Operations,