Project MFG Engineer

Kohler (Rehlko); Sheboygan (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Rehlko is seeking a Project Manufacturing Engineer to drive safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost reductions, productivity, and continuous improvement in assigned areas. You will mentor technicians and production staff while collaborating with design engineering to streamline the transition from design to production.

Onsite at N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI 53083, this role operates on 1st shift and requires a BS in a related engineering field, 2+ years of experience, and a proven ability

Qualifications

• 2+ years of relevant experience in manufacturing or engineering.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification preferred.
• Excellent communication and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Ability to troubleshoot at subsystem and system levels.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive production performance by ensuring efficient operations, meeting output goals, and maintaining high quality standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem-solving methods (DMAIC, PDCA, A3).
• Partner with design engineering to ensure products are optimized for manufacturability (DFM/DFA) and support new product launches.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes, routings, and material flow to maximize throughput and resource utilization.
• Manage capital and process improvement projects, leading cross-functional teams to successful execution.
• Support root cause analysis and resolution of production and field quality issues, including PFMEA development and maintenance.
• Implement Poke Yokes to reduce assembly errors
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Cross-functional leadership

Communication skills

Problem solving

Mechanical aptitude

Education

ABET-accredited B.S. in Mechanical/Industrial/Manufacturing Eng

Job description

Why Work at Rehlko

Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life.

Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource - energy - that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today's world demands.

Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions - large and small - that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter.

At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization's success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone's responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future!

What We Offer

At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide:

• Competitive compensation and benefits
• Work-life flexibility
• Recognition and rewards
• Development and career opportunities
• A safe and inclusive workplace

Why You Will Love this Job

Project Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost reductions, productivity, and continuous improvement in their assigned areas. Primary responsibilities will include meeting performance goals, maintaining quality expectations, and improving the three M's (Mura or variation, Muda or waste, and Muri or overburden). Provide mentorship to manufacturing technicians and production staff. Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes, systems, and equipment for new and existing products. Work closely with design engineering on new, existing, and changing products to provide a smooth transition from design to production.

Onsite: N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI 53083

Shift: 1st Shift

Responsibilities:

• Drive production performance by ensuring efficient operations, meeting output goals, and maintaining high quality standards.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem-solving methods (e.g., DMAIC, PDCA, A3).
• Partner with design engineering to ensure products are optimized for manufacturability (DFM/DFA) and support new product launches.
• Develop and maintain manufacturing processes, routings, and material flow to maximize throughput and resource utilization.
• Manage capital and process improvement projects, leading cross-functional teams to successful execution.
• Support root cause analysis and resolution of production and field quality issues, including PFMEA development and maintenance.
• Implement Poke Yokes to reduce assembly errors
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science (from an ABET accredited institution) in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field.
• 2+ years of relevant experience required (Co-Op, Internship, or related experience to be considered).
• Proven experience in influencing and implementing changes and improvements.
• Exceptional mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills, including proficiency to logically troubleshoot at subsystem and system levels.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification and/or proven experience in developing and driving change through continuous improvement and/or quality systems is preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams.
• Experience drawing accurate conclusions from test data, malfunctions, or deviations, and assisting with corrections to the existing design or process preferred.
• Ability to work on several projects of moderate scope and complexity at the same time.
• Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction.
• Physical stamina to stand, walk, lift, and bend for extended periods of time, ability to wear PPE; with expected work balance to be anticipated to be: 50% on floor &