Manufacturing Operations Engineer

Atrium Staffing LLC; Little Falls (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Atrium Care Package

Job summary

Atrium Staffing LLC represents a growing materials company seeking a Manufacturing Operations Engineer to support expansion and day-to-day operations, bridging engineering, production, quality, supply chain, and fulfillment.

Candidates should have 2-5 years in manufacturing, strong problem-solving, technical writing, and willingness to travel, including international assignments.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of related experience in manufacturing, distribution, testing or equipment-focused settings.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently.
• Clear technical writing to produce straightforward procedures and instructions.
• Willingness to travel internationally for extended assignments.

Responsibilities

• Support buildout of new equipment and site infrastructure from procurement through startup and parameter setting.
• Run and troubleshoot production and testing equipment; arrange upkeep and service support.
• Write and maintain SOPs, work instructions and process docs across warehouse, testing, production and partner-run ops.
• Plan and schedule daily operations balancing output, capacity, stock levels and orders.
• Maintain inventory and order records, including lot traceability and transfers.
• Prepare outbound orders with supply chain for timing, packaging, paperwork and dispatch.
• Organize product testing from sample prep to data collection and reporting.

Skills

Manufacturing experience

Problem-solving

Technical writing

Ability to multitask

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field

Tools

ERP software

Job description

Client Overview:

Our client is a growing materials company currently expanding their commercialization and production operations efforts, and they are looking to add a Manufacturing Operations Engineer to their team.

Salary/Hourly Rate:

$80k - $95k

Position Overview:

The Manufacturing Operations Engineer will help support the expansion and day-to-day execution of a sustainable manufacturing operation. This position serves as a link between engineering, production, quality, supply chain, fulfillment, and operational teams.

Responsibilities of the Manufacturing Operations Engineer:

• Support the buildout of new equipment and site infrastructure, from technical review and procurement through installation, startup, and setting of operating parameters, working closely with outside vendors.
• Run and troubleshoot production and testing equipment, and arrange upkeep, calibration, and outside service support.
• Write and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process documentation spanning warehouse, testing, production, and partner-run operations.
• Plan and schedule daily operations, balancing output, capacity, stock levels, and order commitments.
• Keep inventory and order records accurate in the company's business system, including lot traceability, location tracking, transfers, and material usage.
• Choose which stock to allocate to customer orders by weighing quality, availability, and cost.
• Prepare outbound orders with the supply chain team, covering timing, packaging, paperwork, and dispatch.
• Organize product testing, from sample prep through data collection, comparison of outcomes, and reporting of results.
• Contribute to technical assessments and process reviews at company sites and at external production partners.
• Support product launches and other cross-team initiatives with technical and operational input.
• Assist with small-scale processing equipment used for development, evaluation, and sample work.
• Handle hands-on materials work such as receiving, staging, sorting, trimming, and packing. Step in on warehouse and shipping tasks during busy periods, including operating powered material-handling equipment after training.
• Travel periodically, including internationally, for extended onsite assignments supporting equipment setup and issue resolution.

Required Experience/Skills for the Manufacturing Operations Engineer:

• Roughly 2-5 years of related professional or hands-on experience in a manufacturing, distribution, testing, or equipment-focused setting.
• Sound judgment, strong problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently.
• Ability to juggle several priorities at once, manage schedules, and make practical calls on stock and order fulfillment.
• Clear technical writing, with the ability to produce straightforward procedures and instructions.
• Comfort with physically active work alongside technical and planning duties.
• Openness to learning business-system software, technical systems, and material-handling equipment.
• Ability and willingness to travel, including internationally, for extended stretches.

Preferred Experience/Skills for the Manufacturing Operations Engineer:

• Hands-on background in production, warehousing, order fulfillment, quality, testing, or equipment support.
• Experience with ERP software.
• Experience working with equipment vendors, service providers, or outsourced manufacturers.
• Exposure to project coordination or capital-equipment work.

Education Requirements:

• A Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or a related technical discipline preferred.
• Equivalent relevant professional or hands-on experience may also be considered.

Benefits:

• Atrium Care Package available, upon eligibility (including healthcare plans, discount programs, and paid time off).