Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Improvement & NPI

Twin Disc; Racine (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Annual incentive

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Twin Disc, Incorporated is a global leader in designing and manufacturing power transmission and propulsion solutions for marine and industrial applications.

The Manufacturing Engineer will develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes that support safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives, working closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to optimize production methods and support new product introductions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline required
• 2-5 years manufacturing engineering experience in machining, assembly, or heavy industrial manufacturing environment preferred
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and maintain efficient manufacturing processes, tooling, work instructions, and production standards
• Analyze manufacturing workflows and identify opportunities to improve safety, quality, productivity, and throughput
• Support machining, assembly, and testing operations through process development and troubleshooting
• Lead continuous improvement projects utilizing Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and problem-solving methodologies
• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids to improve product quality and operational efficiency
• Support New Product Introduction (NPI) activities by developing manufacturing routings, process plans, and production readiness requirements
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process and quality issues
• Collaborate with Design Engineering to ensure manufacturability and cost-effective product designs
• Evaluate and recommend capital equipment investments, automation solutions, and technology improvements
• Develop and maintain process documentation including work instructions, process flows, PFMEAs, control plans, and standard operating procedures
• Monitor key manufacturing metrics and recommend actions to improve performance
• Support plant safety initiatives and ensure compliance with company policies and regulatory requirements
• Provide technical support and training to production personnel as needed

Skills

Machining processes

Assembly

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

SPC

CAD

Data analysis

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

CAD software

PFMEA

Job description

Twin Disc, Incorporated is a global leader in designing and manufacturing power transmission and propulsion solutions for marine and industrial applications.

The Manufacturing Engineer will develop, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes that support safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives, working closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Maintenance to optimize production methods and support new product introductions.