Manufacturing Systems Engineer

AMS Vendors; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

AMS Vendors in Northern Kentucky is seeking a Manufacturing Systems Engineer to strengthen processes across sheet metal fabrication and electro‑mechanical assembly on the production floor.

You will collaborate with operators and supervisors to improve quality systems, reduce scrap, and drive continuous improvement through clear work instructions and lean practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Electro‑Mechanical Engineering.
• 0–3 years of manufacturing experience (capstones and internships counted).
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands-on experience.
• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication and/or electro‑mechanical assembly.
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings.

Responsibilities

• Support sheet metal fabrication processes to improve dimensional control and reduce rework.
• Troubleshoot electro‑mechanical assembly and test issues.
• Develop and maintain work instructions and process documentation.
• Support fixture, tooling, and workflow improvements.
• Participate in new product introductions and engineering changes.
• Lead root cause analysis for fabrication, assembly, and supplier quality issues.
• Track and analyze scrap, rework, and defect trends.
• Support lean initiatives including 5S, standard work, visual management, and waste reduction.
• Participate in value stream mapping and process improvement activities.
• Improve first pass yield in fabrication and assembly.
• Assist in implementing error‑proofing solutions.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Hands-on experience

Strong floor presence

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Electro‑Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP or manufacturing systems

Job description

Overview

Salary Range

Position Type

Full Time

Job Shift

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Description

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Systems Engineer is a hands‑on engineer responsible for strengthening manufacturing processes across sheet metal fabrication and electro‑mechanical assembly. This role supports quality systems, resolves non‑conforming material issues, improves process documentation, and drives continuous improvement initiatives in a high‑mix, make‑to‑order environment.

The ideal candidate is a practical problem solver who is comfortable working on the production floor and collaborating directly with operators, supervisors, and leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Fabrication & Assembly Process Support

• Support sheet metal fabrication processes (punch, brake, weld) to improve dimensional control and reduce rework
• Assist in troubleshooting electro‑mechanical assembly and test issues
• Develop and maintain clear, usable work instructions and process documentation
• Support fixture, tooling, and workflow improvements
• Participate in new product introductions and engineering changes

Quality Systems & Non‑Conforming Material

• Lead root cause analysis for fabrication, assembly, and supplier quality issues
• Manage non‑conforming material investigations and corrective actions
• Track and analyze scrap, rework, and defect trends
• Support lean initiatives including 5S, standard work, visual management, and waste reduction
• Participate in value stream mapping and process improvement activities
• Improve first pass yield in fabrication and assembly
• Assist in implementing error‑proofing solutions

Qualifications

Qualifications

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Electro‑Mechanical Engineering
• 0–3 years of experience in manufacturing (capstones and internships considered in experience)
• Strong mechanical aptitude and hands‑on experience
• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication and/or electro‑mechanical assembly
• Exposure to root cause analysis methods (5 Why, Fishbone, 8D)
• Ability to interpret engineering drawings

Preferred

• Experience in high-mix or make‑to‑order manufacturing
• Experience using lean manufacturing tools
• Experience with ERP or manufacturing systems
• Hands‑on, practical problem solving
• Strong floor presence and communication skills
• Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced environment