Manufacturing Engineer — Lean, NPI & Process Improvement

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems AB; Berlin (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

14 paid holidays

Health and life insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Employee discounts

Job summary

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems AB in Berlin, CT is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead process improvements and lean initiatives onsite. You will develop manufacturing processes, lead cost-reduction efforts, and collaborate with design engineers to bring new products to production.

Responsibilities include planning production lines, maintaining equipment, coordinating projects, and driving quality improvements while working with suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

• BS in Mechanical Engineering and/or Manufacturing (or equivalent) is required.
• Lean manufacturing practices (Kanban, JIT, Value Stream Mapping) are expected.
• Experience with Assembly Operations, Metal Machining, and tool design is preferred.
• Ability to think progressively and creatively while keeping the company's future in mind.
• Excellent teamwork and collaboration capabilities are essential.
• Basic computer proficiency in Microsoft Office applications is expected.

Responsibilities

• Develop, document, and improve manufacturing processes.
• Develop quality plans for products and implement corrective actions from root cause analysis.
• Lead lean manufacturing initiatives to reduce lead time and promote a visual factory environment.
• Plan, commission, and maintain machine and assembly production lines.
• Lead quality improvement efforts through training, communication and new processes.
• Coordinate projects and work with customers and vendors to resolve issues.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BS in Mechanical Engineering or Manufacturing

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

ASSA ABLOY Entrance Systems AB in Berlin, CT is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead process improvements and lean initiatives onsite. You will develop manufacturing processes, lead cost-reduction efforts, and collaborate with design engineers to bring new products to production.

Responsibilities include planning production lines, maintaining equipment, coordinating projects, and driving quality improvements while working with suppliers and internal teams.