Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Innovator for Safer Ops

Norton Rixson Door Controls; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Norton Rixson Door Controls in Monroe, NC seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes and equipment across the plant. You will influence safety, quality, efficiency, and cost performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring innovative ideas to the floor.

The role demands a mechanical engineering background, 4+ years in metals machining and electronics manufacturing, and proficiency with AutoCAD for cell layouts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required; mechanical preferred.
• 4+ years in metals machining and electronics manufacturing.
• Experience with AutoCAD for work cell layouts and design.
• Strong knowledge of lean or continuous improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Review manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and implement improvement initiatives.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and address bottlenecks.
• Provide hands‑on, day‑to‑day engineering support to production areas.
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions using structured problem‑solving tools.
• Design and redesign manufacturing cell layouts for optimal material flow and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain standard work to meet quality requirements and strengthen business continuity.
• Ensure compliance with all company policies with safety and quality.
• Communicate across all levels to drive alignment and results.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

AutoCAD

Problem solving

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred)

Tools

CNC programming

Job description

Norton Rixson Door Controls in Monroe, NC seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to design, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes and equipment across the plant. You will influence safety, quality, efficiency, and cost performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to bring innovative ideas to the floor.

The role demands a mechanical engineering background, 4+ years in metals machining and electronics manufacturing, and proficiency with AutoCAD for cell layouts.