Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Jobot; Bowling Green (KY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% Employee-Owned (ESOP)

Health Insurance

Free Dental & Vision coverage

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO, Sick Time, and 10 Paid Holidays

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Jobot is looking for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer in Bowling Green, KY, who will lead initiatives in process improvement and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in a manufacturing setting and will work closely with production and engineering teams.

This role offers a competitive salary ranging from $80,000 to $95,000 per year, alongside a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, a 100% employee-owned plan, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and industrial engineering principles.
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead manufacturing engineering initiatives focused on process improvement.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing implementation and cost reduction opportunities.
• Partner with production leadership to improve productivity and quality metrics.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Project management

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

DraftSight

SolidWorks

Job description

Senior Manufacturing Engineer | Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement | ESOP | Manufacturing Leadership Opportunity

Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year

Company Overview

For more than 50 years, we have designed and manufactured innovative retail solutions used by some of North America's largest retailers. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every team member has a direct stake in our success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). We invest heavily in people, facilities, and future. A recent $10 million expansion of our Bowling Green headquarters enhanced our manufacturing capabilities and created new opportunities for growth. Our culture is built around ownership, teamwork, integrity, and supporting employees both professionally and personally.

Why join us?

• Competitive salary
• 100% Employee‑Owned (ESOP)
• Strong work‑life balance and flexible scheduling
• Up to $200 per child toward qualifying childcare expenses
• Free Dental & Vision coverage for employees and families
• Health Insurance
• Free Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• PTO, Sick Time, and 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Volunteer Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Gym Membership Discounts
• Corporate Chaplain Program
• Career growth opportunities within a growing manufacturing organization
• Leadership team invested in employee development

Job Details

We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing engineering initiatives focused on process improvement, cost reduction, throughput optimization, facility improvements, and operational excellence. This role will work closely with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain leadership and will be responsible for improving manufacturing performance through Lean principles, workflow optimization, tooling design, capital projects, and manufacturing process improvements.

The ideal candidate will be highly visible within the organization, spending significant time on the production floor partnering with operations teams to improve safety, quality, throughput, labor efficiency, and manufacturing standards.

Responsibilities

Manufacturing Engineering Leadership (80%)

• Lead manufacturing engineering and manufacturing support activities
• Drive Lean Manufacturing implementation and continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities
• Develop and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and labor standards
• Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routing structures
• Analyze production methods and identify efficiency improvements
• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and jigs to improve throughput
• Conduct workflow studies and optimize production sequencing
• Improve material utilization and manufacturing efficiency
• Support safety initiatives and operational excellence programs
• Partner with production leadership to improve productivity and quality metrics

Facility & Capital Project Support (20%)

• Support maintenance and facility improvement initiatives
• Assist with equipment layouts, production flow improvements, and facility optimization
• Participate in capital equipment planning and implementation
• Support warehouse, production, and office layout projects
• Assist with manufacturing equipment installation and commissioning

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams
• Support new product introductions and manufacturing readiness activities
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action efforts
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship across operations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
• 5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production operations, and industrial engineering principles
• Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Experience developing BOMs, routings, work instructions, and manufacturing standards
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills
• Experience working directly with production teams in a manufacturing environment
• Excellent communication and leadership skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Supervisory or leadership experience
• Experience in sheet metal fabrication environments
• Powder coating process experience
• Experience supporting welding, fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing operations
• Strong understanding of labor standards and workflow optimization
• Experience with AutoCAD, DraftSight, and/or SolidWorks
• Capital equipment installation and commissioning experience
• Facility layout and manufacturing flow design experience
• Experience creating tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids
• Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certifications

Equal Opportunity Employer

Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.