Manufacturing Engineer – Plainwell Area

The Pivot Group Careers; Plainwell (MI); Presencial; USD 74 000 - 113 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

The Pivot Group Careers seeks a Manufacturing Engineer in Plainwell, MI to optimize manufacturing processes and boost production efficiency. Expected salary ranges from $74,000 to $113,000 depending on experience, with 3+ years in a production environment and a relevant engineering degree.

You will lead root cause analysis, perform time studies, and drive continuous improvement using lean tools. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Qualificações

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering.
• Three or more years of hands‑on manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.
• Experience with CAD software and reading engineering drawings.

Responsabilidades

• 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.
• 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.

Conhecimentos

Root cause analysis

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Process improvement

Data analysis

Formação académica

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

Ferramentas

Minitab

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

CAD software

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Description:

Manufacturing Engineer | Plainwell, MI

Salary Range: $74,000 – $113,000 depending on experience

Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and improving production efficiency? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is dedicated to building meaningful connections and supporting community growth. We collaborate with leading companies in the Plainwell area seeking experienced Manufacturing Engineers to drive results.

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 Plainwell in Allegan County, within about 30 minutes of the city, including Hope.

The Opportunity

We collaborate with manufacturing companies in the Plainwell region seeking Manufacturing Engineers. These employers partner with us because they want real insight into candidates – not just resumes. By joining our network, you gain access to roles worth considering.

Usual Responsibilities

• 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.
• 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.

Recommended Qualifications

• 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.
• Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.
• Experience with CAD software and reading engineering drawings.

Bonus Qualifications

• 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.
• Experience with ERP or MES systems in a production setting.

Job Titles That Should Apply

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

Work Authorization

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

Required Skills:

Minitab Resume Data Offers Lean Six Sigma Support Lean Manufacturing Development Six Sigma ROOT Analysis Salary Hiring Partnerships Corrective Actions SolidWorks Recruiting Process Improvement Compensation Instructions Continuous Improvement Optimization Quality Control Manufacturing Automation Programming AutoCAD Preparation Data Analysis Software Documentation Design Engineering Project Management Management

Salary Package:

$ 74,000.00 – 113,000.00 (US Dollar)