Manufacturing Engineer - Ridgeway

Isola Group; South Carolina; On-site; USD 105,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Isola in Ridgeway, SC is seeking a Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer to troubleshoot machines and develop automated improvements using the latest technology. You will own engineering projects and actively support production and maintenance teams.

The role emphasizes process optimization, quality, and cost efficiency, collaborating with cross-functional teams and applying Lean and Six Sigma principles.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with at least 3 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Bachelor's degree in a related engineering field with at least 3 years' experience as a Mechanical Engineer in manufacturing.
• SolidWorks proficiency preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects independently.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma.

Responsibilities

• Lead the analysis and optimization of manufacturing processes to drive down scrap, increase production efficiency, and improve laminate quality.
• Design and implement creative solutions for manufacturing challenges, including automation systems, quality enhancements, and safety improvements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless integration with existing operations.
• Provide technical expertise and hands-on support for troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues, utilizing root cause analysis methodologies.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including process specifications, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence, utilizing Lean Kaizen methodologies and other best practices.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's in related Engineering field (Industrial/Electrical/Automotive)

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Isola, an industry leader in global materials sciences whose mission is to improve life by enabling innovation in electronic products, is hiring a Manufacturing Mechanical Engineer at our Ridgeway, SC facility.

Compensation:

105-115K

THE ROLE

The Mechanical Engineer troubleshoots machines and develops new ideas for automated machine improvement using the latest technology, tools, and methods. This includes identifying areas for improvement, maintaining high levels of manufacturing and product quality, and ensuring cost efficiency and conformance with regulatory standards. This role will take ownership of engineering projects and actively engage and support production and maintenance team members.

WHO WILL LOVE THIS JOB

• An innovator, you aren't afraid to build something, test it, learn from it, and iterate. Failing to succeed is something you are very comfortable doing.
• A creative problem solver, you are energized by roadblocks and have a knack for troubleshooting problems in stride and solving them in a calm, cool, and collected manner.
• An excellent communicator, you have a knack for explaining technical processes concisely (even to a non-technical audience), and enjoying working with cross-functional internal teams

TOP RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead the analysis and optimization of manufacturing processes to drive down scrap, increase production efficiency, and improve laminate quality.
• Design and implement creative solutions for manufacturing challenges, including automation systems, quality enhancements, and safety improvements.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement new manufacturing processes, ensuring seamless integration with existing operations.
• Provide technical expertise and hands‑on support for troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues, utilizing root cause analysis methodologies.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation, including process specifications, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational excellence, utilizing Lean Kaizen methodologies and other best practices.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, emerging technologies, and advancements in manufacturing engineering, and make recommendations for adoption as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering position
• Bachelor's degree in a related Engineering field (Industrial, Electrical, Automotive) with a minimum of 3 years' experience as a Mechanical Engineer in a manufacturing facility
• Proficiency in SolidWorks software-preferred
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a track record of implementing successful process improvements.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.