Manufacturing Project Engineer: Lead Growth & Automation

Camco Chemical; Florence (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Camco Chemical in Florence, KY is seeking a Manufacturing Project Engineer to lead capital projects and process improvements in a manufacturing setting. You will coordinate with production, maintenance, planning, quality, safety, and finance to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while driving efficiency and safety.

The role focuses on equipment installation, layout changes, and production line expansions, with mentorship for co-op students and a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• 0-2 years of engineering experience in manufacturing preferred.
• Experience managing capital projects, process improvements, and equipment installations.
• Experience with automation, robotics, lean manufacturing, or continuous improvement is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing and capital projects from planning through implementation, ensuring completion on time and within budget.
• Coordinate activities across Production, Maintenance, Planning, Quality, Safety, Finance, and other cross-functional teams.
• Identify and implement process improvements, automation opportunities, facility layout changes, and production line expansions to improve efficiency and reduce costs.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment, tooling, and processes while providing technical leadership on product and production issues.
• Develop and implement rework, retrofit, and equipment improvement solutions to support operational objectives.
• Manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure compliance with company financial processes.
• Ensure all projects and processes meet safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Drive performance improvements in OEE, throughput, equipment reliability, labor productivity, quality, and waste reduction.
• Support business initiatives by managing multiple projects and providing engineering expertise across departments.
• Mentor co-op students and support the development of engineering and operations team members.

Skills

Project management

Organizational skills

Data analysis

Troubleshooting

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Microsoft Office

Engineering software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing/Mechanical/Industrial Engineering

Job description

Camco Chemical in Florence, KY is seeking a Manufacturing Project Engineer to lead capital projects and process improvements in a manufacturing setting. You will coordinate with production, maintenance, planning, quality, safety, and finance to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery while driving efficiency and safety.

The role focuses on equipment installation, layout changes, and production line expansions, with mentorship for co-op students and a strong emphasis on continuous improvement and