Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Innovator for New Product Lines

Red Seal Recruiting; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with employer match

Health, Vision, Dental insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Life Insurance

Job summary

Red Seal Recruiting is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a Milwaukee area client. The role focuses on developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes, balancing new product introductions with existing lines, and enhancing quality, cost, and safety.

You will connect design engineering with the production floor, leading Lean initiatives, supporting ISO compliance, and driving continuous improvement. Opportunity exists for growth in a dynamic, safety‑driven environment.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering and 1 to 6 years of experience in manufacturing engineering (if under 3 years' experience 3.0+ GPA is needed)
• Proficient computer skills including CAD (Creo / Pro-E would be great), Word, Excel, and Access
• Knowledge of Lean / Six Sigma
• Any experience with production line layout would be very helpful

Responsibilities

• Plan, support, and lead introduction of products to the manufacturing floor. Manages the integration of new products into existing lines with an understanding of new processes effect online balance, pFMEA, and line efficiency.
• Develop Operation Method Standards (i.e. how best to assemble products)
• Uses advanced understanding of Lean Concepts and continuous improvement needed for reduction of waste within manufacturing processes
• Troubleshoot production line problems
• Lead initiatives that mitigate risk, maintain ISO compliance and reduce costs
• Lead design initiatives within the manufacturing process, including line / cell layout, tooling, and part flow
• Capital equipment justification
• Work to advance safety and ergonomic practices

Skills

Lean / Six Sigma

CAD familiarity

Production line layout

Excel

Education

BS Engineering

Tools

CAD (Creo / Pro-E)

Word

Excel

Access

Job description

Red Seal Recruiting is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a Milwaukee area client. The role focuses on developing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes, balancing new product introductions with existing lines, and enhancing quality, cost, and safety.

You will connect design engineering with the production floor, leading Lean initiatives, supporting ISO compliance, and driving continuous improvement. Opportunity exists for growth in a dynamic, safety‑driven environment.