Senior Manufacturing Engineer: Lean, NPI & Line Optimization

MJ Recruiters; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

MJ Recruiters seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to lead setup assemblies, translate design hand‑offs into production, and drive new product introductions on the Milwaukee production floor.

You will optimize line balance, PFMEA, and safety while applying lean principles to reduce waste, improve quality, and lower costs. ISO compliance and capital equipment justification fall under your remit.

Qualifications

• BS Engineering required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 5–12 years of manufacturing engineering experience in a large assembly operation.
• Proficient CAD skills (Pro-E/Creo); strong Excel, Word, and Access.
• Knowledge of Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Experience taking assembly lines from concept to production.

Responsibilities

• Take the lead on setup of the assembly line and establish processes and documentation.
• Bring mobile equipment products from design hand-off to production completion.
• Plan, support, and lead introduction of products to the manufacturing floor; manage integration with line balance, PFMEA, and efficiency.
• Lead the development of operation method standards for assembling products.
• Apply Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement to reduce waste in processes.
• Troubleshoot production line problems and lead risk mitigation initiatives for ISO compliance and cost reduction.
• Lead design initiatives within the manufacturing process including line/cell layout, tooling, and part flow.
• Justify capital equipment requirements and investments.
• Advance safety and ergonomic practices on the floor.

Skills

CAD (Pro-E/Creo)

Lean Six Sigma

Word

Excel

Access

Education

BS Engineering

Master's degree

Tools

Pro-E/Creo

Job description

MJ Recruiters seeks a Manufacturing Engineer to lead setup assemblies, translate design hand‑offs into production, and drive new product introductions on the Milwaukee production floor.

You will optimize line balance, PFMEA, and safety while applying lean principles to reduce waste, improve quality, and lower costs. ISO compliance and capital equipment justification fall under your remit.