Manufacturing Engineer – Manistee Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Michigan; On-site; USD 68,000 - 107,000; Full time

Job summary

The Pivot Group Network in Michigan seeks Manufacturing Engineers to join a growing network serving Manistee-area manufacturers. You’ll optimize processes, lead continuous improvement, and support production with lean methods.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in manufacturing engineering, CAD experience (SolidWorks/AutoCAD), and familiarity with ERP/MES. This on-site role offers a competitive salary range and opportunities across Michigan’s manufacturing regions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering.
• Three or more years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.

Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement projects using lean tools such as 5S, kaizen, and value stream mapping.
• Provide engineering support to production supervisors and operators during daily operations.
• Evaluate production processes and identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Design or revise fixtures, tooling, and workstation layouts to support production needs.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues and quality escapes.
• Run time studies and capacity analysis to support line balancing and staffing decisions.
• Coordinate equipment installation, validation, and startup with maintenance and vendors.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Continuous improvement

CAD software

Reading engineering drawings

Root cause analysis

Six Sigma

Communication skills

ISO 9001 / IATF 16949 knowledge

ERP or MES familiarity

Robotics integration

Education

Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Description:

Manufacturing Engineer | Manistee, MI

Salary Range: $68,000 – $107,000 depending on experience

Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and improving production efficiency? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We partner with leading manufacturing companies in the Manistee area seeking experienced Manufacturing Engineers to strengthen their teams.

We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan’s manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.

This posting covers Manufacturing Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Manistee in Manistee County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Filer City, Frankfort, Elberta, and Kaleva.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing firms in the Manistee area that seek skilled Manufacturing Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and look for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.

Usual Responsibilities

• Support continuous improvement projects using lean tools such as 5S, kaizen, and value stream mapping.
• Provide engineering support to production supervisors and operators during daily operations.
• Evaluate production processes and identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve throughput.
• Design or revise fixtures, tooling, and workstation layouts to support production needs.
• Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues and quality escapes.
• Run time studies and capacity analysis to support line balancing and staffing decisions.
• Coordinate equipment installation, validation, and startup with maintenance and vendors.

Recommended Qualifications

• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.
• Experience with CAD software and reading engineering drawings.
• Familiarity with root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross functional work.
• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering.
• Three or more years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.

Bonus Qualifications

• Experience with ERP or MES systems in a production setting.
• Background in machining, welding, or metal fabrication processes.
• Experience with automated assembly or robotics integration.
• Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
• Knowledge of ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality systems.

Job Titles That Should Apply

Production Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Systems Engineer, Operations Engineer, Methods Engineer, Tooling Engineer, Process Engineer, Industrial Engineer

Work Authorization

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Why The Pivot Group Network

The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who’ve been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic – they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search – market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we’ll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.

Required Skills:

Resume Safety Regulations Data Offers Robotics Access Support Lean Manufacturing Industrial Engineering Root Cause Analysis Six Sigma ROOT Operations Analysis ERP Compliance Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions SolidWorks Recruiting Process Improvement Compensation Instructions Mechanical Engineering Continuous Improvement Optimization SAP Manufacturing Automation AutoCAD Regulations Oracle Preparation Data Analysis Software Documentation Design Engineering Project Management Management

Salary Package:

$ 68,000.00 – 107,000.00 (US Dollar)