Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Process & APQP Specialist

100Hires, Inc.; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleaver-Brooks in Lincoln, NE seeks a Manufacturing Engineer I to support APQP documentation, design and optimize manufacturing processes, and assist with change management in a safety-conscious environment. You will contribute to Gemba walks and lean improvements, tracking cost savings and KPIs.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in an engineering field and foundational knowledge of lean, CAD, ERP/MRP, and quality systems, with opportunities to influence tooling, automation, and process

Qualifications

• APQP concepts and structured launch processes.
• Lean, TPS, or Six Sigma principles.
• CAD modeling and drafting.
• ERP/MRP systems and production documentation.
• Manufacturing codes (ASME BPVC, ASME SA249, ASME B31, UL/ISO/JIS) with ability to learn quickly.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing APQP documentation (PFMEA, control plans, process flows).
• Support engineering change documentation and risk assessments.
• Participate in cross-functional reviews and data gathering.
• Gemba participation and waste-reduction activities.
• Support capital project data collection and cost-benefit inputs.
• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes and SOPs.
• Support safety initiatives and EHS compliance.

Skills

APQP concepts

Lean manufacturing

CAD modeling

ERP/MRP systems

Quality documentation

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing Engineering/Industrial Engineering

Job description

Cleaver-Brooks in Lincoln, NE seeks a Manufacturing Engineer I to support APQP documentation, design and optimize manufacturing processes, and assist with change management in a safety-conscious environment. You will contribute to Gemba walks and lean improvements, tracking cost savings and KPIs.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in an engineering field and foundational knowledge of lean, CAD, ERP/MRP, and quality systems, with opportunities to influence tooling, automation, and process