Value Manufacturing Engineer

Fireside Hearth & Home; Halifax (PA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Health Savings Account

Disability Benefits

Life Insurance

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Retirement Benefits

Job summary

Hearth & Home Technologies, LLC is seeking a Value Manufacturing Engineer to join the Stoves Business Unit in Halifax, PA. The role focuses on cost-saving projects, design simplification, and process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce waste.

You will collaborate with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance to deliver savings, drive continuous improvement, and support robotics and automation initiatives across manufacturing processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to communicate, collaborate, and implement projects with internal and external customers.
• Proficient with computer software (CAD & Microsoft Office: Excel, Visio, Word)
• Project management including establishing and maintaining project timelines with some direct supervision.
• Must be willing to actively participate in Rapid Continuous Improvement projects.

Responsibilities

• Execute cost savings projects across manufacturing, design, and operational processes (e.g., value engineering, automation, material utilization)
• Identify and drive opportunities to reduce material, labor, and overhead costs while maintaining product performance and quality standards
• Partner cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance to prioritize and implement savings initiatives
• Support and deliver value engineering projects, including design simplification, component elimination, and alternate material strategies
• Develop and implement process improvements and automation solutions to increase efficiency and throughput (e.g., robotics, AI-enabled workflows)
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes to optimize yield, reduce waste, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness
• Track and report project savings, progress, and pipeline in alignment with cost savings targets and RCI initiatives
• Provide technical expertise in problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective actions related to cost, quality, and production challenges
• Support resource planning and execution across engineering disciplines (Design, Manufacturing, Quality) tied to savings pipeline delivery
• Drive a pipeline of future savings opportunities, contributing to multi-year cost reduction targets and continuous improvement culture

Skills

CAD

Microsoft Office

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

CAD

Visio

Excel

Word

Job description

Description

Position at Hearth & Home Technologies, LLC

Position at Hearth & Home Technologies, LLC

Hearth & Home Technologies is looking for a Value Manufacturing Engineerto join our Stoves Business Unit in Halifax, PA. We are the nation's leading manufacturer and supplier of hearth products, including a wide variety of gas, electric, wood and pellet burning fireplaces, inserts, stoves, and accessories. Headquartered in Lakeville, Minnesota, with distribution around the world, our innovative approach is supported by a business unit structure that allows us to develop and market products with a strong focus on customers' needs. Since 1996, we've been dedicated to connecting people through the warmth and comfort of our hearth products.

As one of our four core business units, the Stoves Business Unit brings together top brands such as Harman, Vermont Castings, and Quadra-Fire, now united under one as Forge & Flame, alongside other stove brands. This unit focuses on delivering high-quality, reliable stove solutions, including wood, pellet, and gas models.

We are not accepting any candidates requiring company sponsorship to legally work in the United States. We will not accept agency candidates.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute cost savings projects across manufacturing, design, and operational processes (e.g., value engineering, automation, material utilization)
• Identify and drive opportunities to reduce material, labor, and overhead costs while maintaining product performance and quality standards
• Partner cross-functionally with Production, Quality, Supply Chain, and Finance to prioritize and implement savings initiatives
• Support and deliver value engineering projects, including design simplification, component elimination, and alternate material strategies
• Develop and implement process improvements and automation solutions to increase efficiency and throughput (e.g., robotics, AI-enabled workflows)
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes to optimize yield, reduce waste, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness
• Track and report project savings, progress, and pipeline in alignment with cost savings targets and RCI initiatives
• Provide technical expertise in problem-solving, root cause analysis, and corrective actions related to cost, quality, and production challenges
• Support resource planning and execution across engineering disciplines (Design, Manufacturing, Quality) tied to savings pipeline delivery
• Drive a pipeline of future savings opportunities, contributing to multi-year cost reduction targets and continuous improvement culture

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Able to communicate, collaborate, and implement projects with internal and external customers.
• Proficient with computer software (i.e. CAD & Microsoft Office: Excel, Visio, Word)
• Project management including establishing and maintaining project timelines with some direct supervision.
• Must be willing to actively participate in Rapid Continuous Improvement projects.

In addition to your salary, this position may be eligible for a range of benefits (e.g., Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance, Health Savings Account, Disability Benefits, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off and Holidays, and Retirement Benefits). Hearth & Home Technologies benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Our company endeavors to make www.hearthnhome.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 952-985-6000 or via email at [e-mail]. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics p otected by law.

Our company endeavors to make www.hearthnhome.com accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at 952-985-6000 or via email at [e-mail]. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, sex, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, ancestry, nationality, age, disability, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or on any other basis prohibited by law (except where an attribute is a bona fide occupational qualification).