Manufacturing Process Engineer Technician - Lean & NPI

American Axle & Manufacturing; Pennsylvania; On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Dauch Corporation in Dubois, PA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Technician to provide hands-on technical support across manufacturing processes, focusing on process improvement, troubleshooting, and equipment optimization.

You will assist engineers, calibrate equipment, analyze production data, support lean initiatives, create documentation, and participate in NPI activities, ensuring safety and quality standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in manufacturing/technical field required.
• 2+ years in a manufacturing environment, metal powder/sintering preferred.
• Ability to read technical drawings/schematics and interpret documentation.
• Experience with data collection/analysis tools (Excel, Minitab).
• Lean/Six Sigma knowledge and continuous improvement exposure.

Responsibilities

• Assist Manufacturing Engineers in developing, implementing, and maintaining processes.
• Perform routine calibration, maintenance, and troubleshooting of production equipment.
• Collect and analyze production data to identify improvements and support problem-solving.
• Support lean manufacturing principles and CI projects.
• Create and update documentation: work instructions, flow diagrams, SOPs.
• Conduct root cause analysis and recommend corrective actions.
• Collaborate with production teams to train operators on new processes and equipment.
• Participate in NPI activities including prototyping and process validation.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.

Skills

Data analysis

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Lean Six Sigma knowledge

Education

Manufacturing Engineering Technology degree

Mechanical Engineering Technology degree

Tools

Excel

Minitab

Job description

Dauch Corporation in Dubois, PA is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer Technician to provide hands-on technical support across manufacturing processes, focusing on process improvement, troubleshooting, and equipment optimization.

You will assist engineers, calibrate equipment, analyze production data, support lean initiatives, create documentation, and participate in NPI activities, ensuring safety and quality standards.