Manufacturing Engineer - Weekend Shift

New Flyer; Shepherdsville (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K with generous company match

Paid holidays and vacation

On-the-job training opportunities

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

New Flyer is seeking a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to enhance manufacturing processes at our Shepherdsville location. In this role, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize production efficiency while ensuring high-quality standards during our weekend shift. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field and possess at least 3 years of experience in manufacturing engineering.

The role emphasizes collaboration, Lean principles, and effective communication, addressing potential manufacturing issues proactively. Join us and be part of a transformative team in mass mobility!

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Experience with time studies and workflow optimization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and improve manufacturing methods and processes.
• Analyze workflow and space requirements.
• Collaborate to ensure manufacturability of new products.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues.

Skills

Manufacturing Engineering

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

CAD software

Project Management

Problem-solving

Communication

Microsoft Office Suite

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY

New Flyer is looking for a skilled and motivated Manufacturing Engineer to join our team. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will be responsible for providing technical support and expertise in the manufacturing processes. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to optimize production processes, improve efficiency, and ensure product quality. This position is for our weekend shift.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods and processes.
• Analyze and plan workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout.
• Collaborate with design engineering, production, and quality teams to ensure manufacturability of new products.
• Conduct time studies and motion analysis to optimize production efficiency.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles to improve process capabilities.
• Prepare and maintain detailed layouts of buildings and equipment.
• Develop and implement process control techniques and procedures into manufacturing environments.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and provide technical support to production teams.
• Conduct root cause analysis for production problems and implement corrective actions.
• Prepare and maintain accurate documentation for manufacturing processes and procedures.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product quality and reduce costs.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 + years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks) for layout and design.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Experience with time studies, motion analysis, and workflow optimization.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to troubleshoot complex manufacturing issues.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Effective communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Benefits

• Be a part of a team leading the world's electrification of mass mobility.
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

OUR WHY:

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values-safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability-are at the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

New Flyer is committed to administering all employment matters in accordance with the value we place on fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the contributions of all team members. We ensure that all employment decisions are based upon merit and comply with applicable employment legislation and requirements. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates' request.