Mechanical Engineer - Manufacturing

Harmon, Inc.; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

401(k) matched

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

Job summary

Harmon, Inc. is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead process improvements on the manufacturing floor, driving productivity, quality, safety, and cost performance.

The role owns projects from problem identification through validation and sustainment, partnering across Operations, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, mechanical, or industrial engineering with hands‑on process improvement experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
• Hands-on process improvement experience.
• Fabrication, machining, CNC, welding, assembly, tooling experience preferred.
• Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Own the outcome: take responsibility for improvements from problem definition through implementation and sustainment.
• Maintain follow-through and accountability for commitments, actions, and deliverables.
• Move from analysis to action; test practical solutions and remove barriers with safety, quality, and cost in mind.
• Collaborate with operators, supervisors, maintenance, quality, engineering, and leadership.
• Spend time on the floor to understand current conditions and develop practical, sustainable solutions.
• Lead manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects from identification through validation and sustainment.
• Develop countermeasures, verify effectiveness, and prevent recurrence.
• Develop, modify, and improve tooling, fixtures, equipment layouts, and manufacturing methods.

Skills

Hands-on problem solving

Process improvement

Data analysis

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering

Job description

Harmon, Inc. The Manufacturing Engineer is a hands‑on role responsible for improving manufacturing processes, productivity, quality, cost, and overall operational performance. This role independently owns improvement initiatives, technical problem solving, process optimization, and project execution while partnering with Operations, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and shop‑floor employees to deliver sustainable, measurable results.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

Identify and execute manufacturing improvements that increase productivity, throughput, quality, safety, and cost performance. Own improvement projects from problem identification through implementation, validation, and sustainment. Work directly on the manufacturing floor to solve recurring problems, remove bottlenecks, and improve process flow. Use data and structured problem solving to convert improvement opportunities into measurable operational and financial results.

EXPERIENCE:

What you need to be successful Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field. Manufacturing experience with hands‑on process improvement and problem solving. Fabrication, machining, CNC, welding, assembly, tooling, or fixtures experience preferred. Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Own the outcome Take responsibility for assigned improvements from initial problem definition through implementation and sustained results. Maintain strong follow-through and accountability for commitments, actions, and project deliverables. Act with urgency Move from analysis to action. Test practical solutions, remove barriers, and maintain momentum while balancing safety, quality, cost, and operational needs. Communicate and collaborate Work effectively with operators, supervisors, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, and leadership. Communicate technical issues clearly, listen to the people doing the work, and build alignment around solutions. Work from the floor Spend time where the work occurs to understand the current condition, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions that can be implemented and sustained by the operation. Manufacturing Process Improvement Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and implement improvements that increase safety, quality, productivity, throughput, capacity, and cost performance. Identify waste, constraints, variation, and recurring operational issues. Project Ownership Lead manufacturing and Continuous Improvement projects from opportunity identification through implementation, validation, and sustainment. Establish clear objectives, actions, milestones, expected impact, and completion dates. Technical Problem Solving Lead structured root‑cause investigations for manufacturing issues involving equipment, tooling, quality, productivity, labor, or process performance. Develop countermeasures, verify effectiveness, and prevent recurrence. Fabrication and CNC Optimization Improve fabrication, machining, CNC, assembly, and related manufacturing processes through setup reduction, cycle-time improvement, tooling optimization, process refinement, and improved methods. Tooling, Fixtures and Equipment Develop, modify, and improve tooling, fixtures, equipment layouts, and manufacturing methods to improve repeatability, ergonomics, flow, quality, and operational performance. Labor, Flow and Capacity Analyze labor, production, downtime, throughput, scrap, quality, and capacity data to identify constraints and improvement opportunities. Improve labor utilization, material flow, machine utilization, and available capacity. Standard Work and Sustainment Develop and maintain standard work, work instructions, process documentation, and visual controls. Partner with Operations to ensure improvements are practical, consistently followed, and sustained over time. Cost and Performance Impact Develop business cases, quantify expected impact, track project performance, and validate measurable improvements in productivity, labor efficiency, cost, throughput, equipment utilization, scrap, rework, and process stability.

Our Benefits

We care about and invest in our employees. We are proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well‑being and foster professional development. Here is a glimpse of what you can look forward to if you join our team. Competitive Benefits Package for employees and their dependents (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability) Incentive Plans 401(k) with employer contribution and match Employee Stock Purchase Plan with employer match Paid Time Off (Vacation and Sick Time) Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Program Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Wellness Program Training and Career Progression Apogee and our brands are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

By definition, Apogee means "highest point." It's no coincidence that it's also the name of our company. For over 70 years it is a name that has inspired and driven us to achieve a higher level of excellence in all we do. We are not satisfied with the status quo. We aim higher, think bigger, and endeavor to create even more value for every Apogee stakeholder. We strive to create peak value. Apogee is a leader in architectural products and services. Our glass and aluminum window, storefront and curtainwall systems make buildings look great, reduce energy consumption, and protect occupants and property. Our highly skilled team designs glass and metal building façades, completes massive orders for skyscrapers on time, and manages complex window, curtainwall and storefront installation projects. We are also a leader in the protection and conservation of all things framed and displayed. Our Tru Vue business provides high‑performance glass and acrylic products for the custom framing, fine art, and technical glass markets. Apogee Enterprises, Inc. and our brands are equal opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will received consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.