Mechanical Engineer - Production

Gemco; Middlesex (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Gemco, a small manufacturing company in New Jersey, seeks a Mechanical Engineer focused on production. The role involves extensive collaboration with teams to enhance efficiency and drive innovations. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, 7+ years of shop floor experience, and proven project management skills. Familiarity with CNC equipment and ERP systems is also required. Strong organizational and communication skills are essential for success in this collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 7+ years in a shop environment required, with experience in welding, polishing, machining, and assembling.
• Supervisory experience including hiring, terminating, and disciplining staff.
• Knowledge of manual machining and fabrication equipment is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research to identify cost-effective sourcing solutions.
• Coordinate with procurement for material purchases.
• Oversee project progress using Asana and manage inventory.

Skills

Cost-effective product research

Project management

Mathematical and analytical skills

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Microsoft suite

CNC equipment

Job description

Job Overview

A small, established manufacturing company is seeking a motivated Mechanical Engineer for an production-focused role. This position requires close collaboration with engineers, operations teams, vendors, and shop employees to ensure timely material deliveries and support smooth production processes. You will also interact with customers and upper management, helping drive cost savings, efficiency, and innovation.

Responsibilities

Conduct extensive research to identify cost-effective products, materials, and sourcing solutions. Stay up to date with current manufacturing trends. Coordinate with procurement for the purchase of materials and supplies. Oversee project progression through Asana. Draft, review, and maintain contracts and accurate records. Analyze and solve problems using strong mathematical and analytical skills. Design systems to identify, purchase, maintain and analyze usage rates of shop equipment. Use Microsoft suite and computer programs proficiently for documentation and reporting. Communicate effectively with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders. Run work order performance reports, labor reports, and material reports to keep track of jobs. Manage inventory and issue materials for shop floor. Create shop orders. Conduct FATs and other inspections of the equipment and incoming materials. Experience in project management is highly desirable.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or closely related field. Experience with ERP systems. Must have had a position on a shop floor that welds, polishes, machines, and assembles capital powder equipment. Knowledge with CNC equipment and programming, manual machining equipment, welding equipment, fabrication equipment, water jet, cranes, etc. Held a supervisory roll. Hiring, terminating, disciplining employees. Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills. Must have worked in a shop environment for a minimum of 7 years. Must be a U.S. Citizen or authorized to work in the U.S. Must reside within the New Jersey area or within commuting distance.