Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Process Improvement & PPAP

New Standard Corporation; York (York County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

New Standard is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to troubleshoot, optimize, and standardize processes within our manufacturing operations. The role involves hands-on assessments, developing action plans, and supporting plant operations to drive sustained operational excellence.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 4+ years in manufacturing engineering, and familiarity with lean methods, PPAP, and process optimization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 4 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office; strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail.
• Familiarity with laser cutting technology, metallurgy, blueprint reading, GD&T, and project management.
• Knowledge of problem-solving techniques (8D, fishbone diagram), SPC, and inspection techniques.
• Strong planning and organizational skills; understanding of cost accounting concepts and capital justification.

Responsibilities

• Onsite troubleshooting and process assessments; develop action registers and address deficiencies.
• Drive standardization across processes, training, troubleshooting, and equipment configurations.
• Develop and implement Standard Work to improve output and efficiency using lean methods (5S, daily management).
• Support parts trials and PPAP activities with proper documentation.
• Maintain records for trials, plant activities, and improvement projects.
• Support plant operations to drive sustained operational improvements.
• Participate in capital planning and execution for plant development and upgrades.
• Coordinate technology teams and user groups; organize meetings and action plans to address challenges.
• Provide technical support to plant staff and resolve issues.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving techniques

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Laser cutting technology

Blueprint reading

GD&T

Project management

Metallurgy

Job description

New Standard is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to troubleshoot, optimize, and standardize processes within our manufacturing operations. The role involves hands-on assessments, developing action plans, and supporting plant operations to drive sustained operational excellence.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor’s degree in engineering, 4+ years in manufacturing engineering, and familiarity with lean methods, PPAP, and process optimization.