Manufacturing Engineer: Lean Processes & New Launches

Challenge Mfg. Company LLC; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Short-Term Disability

Basic Life Insurance

Employer 401k Match

ESOP shares

Tuition reimbursement

Referral Bonus Program

Challenge Incentive Program

Paid time off

Job summary

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design and optimize production processes at our Cusseta, AL plant. You will develop layouts, select tooling, and lead lean initiatives to improve throughput and quality.

The role requires a BS in Engineering or equivalent, plus hands-on experience with automated assembly, cell layouts, and BIW awareness. Occasional travel and strong teamwork are expected.

Qualifications

• BS degree in engineering or equivalent experience in related field.
• Demonstrated knowledge of automated assembly and cell layout.
• Ability to travel as needed to support plant operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement manufacturing processes and layouts for cost efficiency.
• Coordinate manufacturing launches for new or revised products.
• Lead lean initiatives, process improvements, and cost reductions.
• Provide training and support to team members on new processes.

Skills

Throughput

Quality

Material flows

Operator utilization

Lean manufacturing

Problem solving

Troubleshooting

Product dimensional data analysis

GD&T knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, etc) or equivalent experience

Tools

AutoCAD

Plexus

MS Office

BIW product understanding

Sheet metal fabrication and assembly

Job description

Challenge Manufacturing is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to design and optimize production processes at our Cusseta, AL plant. You will develop layouts, select tooling, and lead lean initiatives to improve throughput and quality.

The role requires a BS in Engineering or equivalent, plus hands-on experience with automated assembly, cell layouts, and BIW awareness. Occasional travel and strong teamwork are expected.