Manufacturing Engineer - Lean Process & Mixed-Model Assembly

Sterling Engineering; Sturtevant (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Sterling Engineering is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations and drive continuous improvement in an established manufacturing environment. You will develop and optimize processes, specify tools and equipment, and apply Lean and DMAIC methods to improve quality, cost, and productivity.

The role emphasizes hands-on execution, collaboration with engineering and production teams, and contributions to new product launches while maintaining standard work and process

Qualifications

• Must have hands-on experience applying Lean and DMAIC.
• Strong data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement changes.

Responsibilities

• Support daily production operations in a mixed-model assembly environment.
• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Design, specify, validate, and implement tools, fixtures, and production equipment.
• Identify opportunities for error-proofing and process improvements.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and DMAIC methodologies to resolve production issues.
• Collaborate with production teams, technicians, and Engineering to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.
• Develop and maintain standard work instructions and process documentation.
• Support new product development and manufacturing launches.
• Analyze manufacturing data to improve quality, capacity, and operational efficiency.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Excel

Google Workspace

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Sterling Engineering is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations and drive continuous improvement in an established manufacturing environment. You will develop and optimize processes, specify tools and equipment, and apply Lean and DMAIC methods to improve quality, cost, and productivity.

The role emphasizes hands-on execution, collaboration with engineering and production teams, and contributions to new product launches while maintaining standard work and process