Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Hill Phoenix, Inc.; Conyers (GA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision

401k Retirement Plan

Paid Holidays

Commissions Plan

Job summary

Dover Food Retail in Conyers, GA is seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to drive operational excellence across assembly, fabrication, and electrical panel assembly. You will lead major factory transformations, manage capital expenditure projects, and embed Lean methodologies to improve productivity, quality, and costs.

The role requires a strong technical background in mechanical or electrical engineering, experience with Lean Six Sigma, PFMEA, and Kaizen, plus the ability to influence

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, or industrial engineering or equivalent.
• 7+ years in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Experience leading Lean Six Sigma projects.
• Proficiency with OpEx tools and Kaizen events.

Responsibilities

• Lead deployment of Operational Excellence (OpEx) model across areas.
• Plan, lead Kaizen events and rapid improvement projects.
• Use PFMEA and Poka‑Yoke to identify and resolve issues.
• Perform capacity planning, line balancing, and headcount calculations.
• Direct major CapEx projects from concept through installation.
• Drive automation initiatives and new technologies.
• Lead area transformations and layout changes.
• Collaborate with Design teams for manufacturability and cost improvements.

Skills

Lean Six Sigma

Change Leadership

Analytical Thinking

Communication

Problem Solving

Electrical background

Mechanical background

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering

4-year degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CAD

CAM

Minitab

Excel

Visio

Job description

Dover Food Retail (DFR) is a leading manufacturer of Display Cases, Specialty Products, Refrigeration Systems, Power Systems and Comprehensive Services; and leading our industry by Innovating What’s Next in glass doors and intelligent merchandising technologies that keep food safe under brands such as HillPhoenix and Anthony. DFR is part of the Refrigeration and Food Equipment segment of the Dover Corporation® (NYSE: DOV). Dover is a diversified global manufacturer with annual revenues in excess of $7 billion. DFR is built on creativity and customer‑centric innovation delivered by people invigorated by a strong sense of responsibility to help our customers win in their marketplaces. The relationships we build with our customers are as important to our success as the products we manufacture. This collaborative environment delivers FRESH THINKING, reassuring our customers that they choose the best when they choose to work with the people of Dover Food Retail.

Senior Manufacturing Engineer (Conyers, GA)

What we are looking for: The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is a critical, highly visible role responsible for driving significant operational excellence and manufacturing capability improvements within the Assembly, Fabrication (sheet metal, tube/piping fabrication) and Electrical Panel Assembly areas. This position acts as a change agent, leading major factory transformations, managing capital expenditure projects, and embedding Lean methodologies to achieve sustained productivity, quality, and cost targets.

Responsibilities

• Operational Excellence and Process Improvement Lean Deployment:Lead the deployment, and sustainment of the company’s Operational Excellence (OpEx) model, specifically focusing onStandard Work (SW),Leader Standard Work (LSW), andTier Accountability Processesin assigned areas.
• Kaizen Leadership:Plan, lead, and execute targeted Kaizen events and rapid improvement projects to eliminate waste, improve quality, and reduce manufacturing cycle time.
• Technical Analysis:Utilize advanced Lean Six Sigma tools, includingPFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)andPoka‑Yoke(error‑proofing), to identify and resolve complex manufacturing issues and prevent recurrence.
• Capacity Planning:Conduct rigorous industrial engineering analysis, includingLine Balancing,Work Content Calculation, andHeadcount Calculation, to optimize resource utilization and support production volume requirements.
• Major Projects and Capital Management CapEx Management:Lead major capital projects from concept through final commissioning and successful handover to production. This includes justifying expenditures (ROI/NPV), managing vendor selection, and overseeing installation (e.g., Laser Booth, New Press, automated assembly solutions).
• Automation Journey:Act as the technical lead for implementing new automation and technology within the focus factories, ensuring equipment and processes meet safety, quality, and production specifications.
• Area Transformation:Lead and manage major layout and process reconfigurations necessary for plant restructuring or new product introductions, ensuring a safe and efficient work environment.
• Quality and Design Integration Problem Solving:Utilize proficient, structured problem‑solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, DMAIC, Red‑X, DOE, etc.) to resolve high‑impact chronic production and quality issues.
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM):Serve as the manufacturing liaison, collaborating with the Design Engineering and Product Engineering teams to implementDesign Intended Cost Improvementand ensure optimal manufacturability and cost efficiency of new and revised products.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree 7+ years of progressive experience in a manufacturing engineering role within a fast‑paced production environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical or Industrial Engineering or 4-year degree and equivalent experience of related technical field.
• Strong Electrical and/or Mechanical background required.
• Proficiency in designing, deploying, and auditing Standard Work, Line Balancing, and Capacity Planning.
• Proficiency in structured Problem‑Solving methodologies (e.g., 8D, A3) and experience facilitatingPFMEA workshops.
• CAD and CAM fundamentals knowledge and demonstrated skills.
• Demonstrated experience inLean Six Sigma methodologiesand practical application of tools like Kaizen, 5S, and Visual Management.
• Proven ability to lead and manage cross‑functional teams and projects, including experience managingCapital Expenditure (CapEx)projects from justification through successful installation.
• Change Leadership:Proven ability to influence and motivate change across all levels of the organization, particularly on the shop floor.
• Analytical Thinking:Highly analytical, with the ability to synthesize complex data into clear action plans and justifiable business cases (ROI).
• Communication:Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of presenting complex technical information clearly to technicians, managers, and executive leadership.

Fit for the Role & Tools

• Lean SixSigma certification (Green Belt, Black Belt preferred)
• Proficient in Excel, Minitab, Excel, Word, Visio
• Experience or strong understanding ofRefrigerationcomponents, systems, or manufacturing processes is a significant plus

Our Values

The backbone behind our collection of outstanding businesses is a team of dedicated employees who protect and enhance our valued reputation for quality and delivering what we promise. It’s our values that define Dover to all our key audiences: our shareholders, customers, prospective employees and especially ourselves. These values must be expressed in our work and embody our actions, as they form the basis by which we do our jobs, make decisions and measure our performance. It’s our unwavering commitment to maintaining our values that defines who we are as a Company. Collaborative Entrepreneurial Spirit Winning Through Customers Respects and Values People Expectations for Results High Ethical Standards, Openness, and Trust

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision 401k Retirement Plan Flexible Spending Paid Holidays #LI-CW2
• This position is eligible to earn commissions based on performance metrics and other criteria outlined in our applicable commissions plan.

Compensation & Total Rewards

We consider several job‑related, non‑discriminatory factors when determining the pay rate for a position, including, but not limited to, the position’s responsibilities, a candidate’s work experience, a candidate’s education/training, the position’s location, and the key skills needed for the position. Pay is one of the Total Rewards that we provide to compensate and recognize employees for their work. The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.

Dover Food Retail is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, age, genetic information, or any other factors prohibited by law.