Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Process Optimizer & Automation

ExcelliSearch, Inc.; Gallipolis (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ExcelliSearch, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Ohio to design, analyze, and optimize manufacturing processes, driving Lean initiatives and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

You will develop efficient process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans to ensure quality and cost targets are met. Join a team focused on minimizing downtime, implementing automation, and standardizing best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
• 4+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement experience.
• Strong knowledge of quality systems and standards.
• Experience with CAD tools and manufacturing analytics tools.
• Strong problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Analyze existing production processes and implement Lean methodologies.
• Lead cross-functional process improvement projects.
• Support launch of new programs by developing efficient process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Ensure manufacturing processes and products comply with relevant standards.
• Ensure quality standards are met and actions taken to correct deficiencies.
• Collaborate with Quality, Maintenance, and Production teams to resolve process-related issues.
• Drive cost savings initiatives through automation, layout optimization, and best-practice standardization.
• Use statistical methods to monitor and improve process performance.
• Lead trials, validations, and changeovers to ensure minimal downtime of engineering changes.
• Maintain accurate documentation for all processes, including SOPs, work instructions, and process maps.
• Act as a Lean champion to train and coach operators and support teams on lean tools and behaviors.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Problem-Solving

Manufacturing Analytics

Statistical Methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD tools

Manufacturing analytics tools

Job description

ExcelliSearch, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer in Ohio to design, analyze, and optimize manufacturing processes, driving Lean initiatives and continuous improvement across cross-functional teams.

You will develop efficient process flows, PFMEAs, and control plans to ensure quality and cost targets are met. Join a team focused on minimizing downtime, implementing automation, and standardizing best practices.