Manufacturing Engineer Tech - Lean Process Improvement

Trane Technologies; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401K with company match

Paid time off

Education and training

Job summary

Trane Technologies in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Manufacturing Engineer Tech to coordinate and improve production processes, sustaining engineering, and new product launches. You will help develop manufacturing plans that boost quality and efficiency across the plant.

The role requires Lean, PFMEA/APQP,DCP, and hands-on problem solving with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, cost-efficient manufacturing solutions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED with 1+ years of relevant work experience.
• Experience in engineering a manufacturing environment.
• Experience with CAD processes preferred.
• Familiar with Lean philosophy.
• Knowledge of computer systems (Email, Internet, Microsoft Word, etc.) and MRP.

Responsibilities

• Develop manufacturing concepts and processes for new product introductions and enhancements.
• Handle capital planning, CERs, project timing, and budgeting; pursue VA/VE savings.
• Ensure equipment meets OSHA safety regulations.
• Lead PFMEA, APQP, DCP, Lean tools, project reviews, and engineering discipline.
• Apply Lean principles to troubleshoot production issues and drive improvements.
• Support Lean initiatives and problem-solving activities (RIEs, JDIs, etc.).
• Create manufacturing process routings and sustain standards.

Skills

Manufacturing engineering

Lean philosophy

Teamwork

Self-motivated

CAD experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Apriso

Windchill

MDP

MRP

Job description

Trane Technologies in Grand Rapids, MI seeks a Manufacturing Engineer Tech to coordinate and improve production processes, sustaining engineering, and new product launches. You will help develop manufacturing plans that boost quality and efficiency across the plant.

The role requires Lean, PFMEA/APQP,DCP, and hands-on problem solving with cross-functional teams to deliver robust, cost-efficient manufacturing solutions.