Manufacturing Engineer — Lean Processes & Automation

Ryko Solutions; Sheridan (WY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

National Carwash Solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for our Sheridan, WY location. This role focuses on optimizing operations facilities, processes, equipment and systems to reduce costs and waste while improving quality and productivity.

You will work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to standardize methods, document improvements, and support fixtures, templates, and tooling used in assembly and welding. Occasional travel to other sites is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in mechanical, manufacturing, industrial engineering or industrial technology (preferred) or equivalent work history.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience in manufacturing setting (preferred).
• Experience with robotic welding or paint/coating systems a plus.
• Ability to read and understand piece parts and welding blue prints as designed by Engineering.
• Demonstrated understanding and use of Lean tools and methodologies.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently or in cross-functional teams.
• Willingness to travel occasionally to support other sites (10-15%).
• Strong mathematical abilities.
• Solid verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD, SolidWorks (preferred).
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Establish best practices and document and implement standard work.
• Inspect equipment to ensure items meet engineering specifications.
• Contribute to design, fixtures, templates, locators for manufacturing processes.
• Build and maintain fixtures, templates, locators and related equipment.
• Promote continuous improvement culture and initiatives.
• Analyze manufacturing functions and suggest efficiency, quality, safety, cost improvements.
• Provide programming assistance on manufacturing machines and train operators.
• Review cost-saving suggestions and respond accordingly.
• Coordinate between engineering and manufacturing to align specs and requests.
• Provide practical training for manufacturing processes.
• Support sourcing projects including documentation or reverse engineering for in-house production.
• Comply with OSHA, EPA and local safety policies.

Skills

Lean methodologies

Cross-functional teamwork

Mathematics

Communication (verbal & written)

Blueprint reading

Education

Bachelor's degree in mechanical/ manufacturing/ industrial engineering/ industrial technology

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

National Carwash Solutions is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for our Sheridan, WY location. This role focuses on optimizing operations facilities, processes, equipment and systems to reduce costs and waste while improving quality and productivity.

You will work closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to standardize methods, document improvements, and support fixtures, templates, and tooling used in assembly and welding. Occasional travel to other sites is expected.