Manufacturing Engineer: Process Optimization & Lean Improvement

AVNA; New Britain (CT); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

AVNA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize process capability and verify processes across the product group. You will act as a technical liaison among design, production, quality and maintenance to sustain and improve performance.

Responsibilities include improving cycle times, reducing scrap, supporting NPI and engineering changes, and maintaining SOPs and ERP standards. Strong Lean/Six Sigma experience is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial engineering.
• 3–7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Capable of meeting and exceeding timelines.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems.
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and root cause analysis tools (e.g., 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagram, FMEA).

Responsibilities

• Optimize process capability and analyze process flows to drive improvements.
• Support NPI and engineering change implementations within the product line.
• Provide technical guidance during equipment installation, qualification, and maintenance.
• Update and maintain production standards, SOPs, and standard work in ERP.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, inefficiencies, and cost-reduction opportunities.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

AutoCAD

ERP systems

Job description

AVNA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to optimize process capability and verify processes across the product group. You will act as a technical liaison among design, production, quality and maintenance to sustain and improve performance.

Responsibilities include improving cycle times, reducing scrap, supporting NPI and engineering changes, and maintaining SOPs and ERP standards. Strong Lean/Six Sigma experience is essential.