Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Process Innovator

Michael Page; King of Prussia (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to drive process improvements and tackle complex manufacturing challenges within a regulated, technically demanding environment. You will collaborate with production, quality, and leadership teams to lead initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance product performance.

The role emphasizes root-cause investigations, validation activities, and hands-on shop-floor engagement with opportunities to mentor junior engineers and contribute to

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of process improvement methodologies, statistical analysis, and structured problem solving.
• Experience with root cause investigations and implementing corrective actions.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical support across manufacturing processes, materials testing, process development, and product performance investigations.
• Lead root cause analysis efforts related to production challenges, quality concerns, and customer issues.
• Review and determine disposition of nonconforming materials and support corrective actions.
• Develop and execute process validation activities, including equipment qualification and process verification protocols.
• Design, conduct, and analyze experiments to improve process capability, product quality, and operational efficiency.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SPC, and statistical methodologies to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Manage engineering projects involving equipment installation, process optimization, and cost reduction opportunities.
• Assess technical risks associated with manufacturing processes, materials, and product applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement sustainable process improvements.
• Mentor and support less experienced engineering and technical team members.

Skills

Process improvement

Root cause analysis

Statistical analysis

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Tools

CAD software

Statistical analysis software

MS Office

Job description

Michael Page seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to drive process improvements and tackle complex manufacturing challenges within a regulated, technically demanding environment. You will collaborate with production, quality, and leadership teams to lead initiatives that improve efficiency, reduce risk, and enhance product performance.

The role emphasizes root-cause investigations, validation activities, and hands-on shop-floor engagement with opportunities to mentor junior engineers and contribute to