Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer New Britain CT - onsite

Direct Hire – Salary 110K to 120K with Benefits Position Summary We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing operations within an assigned product line. This role is responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, improving process capability, supporting production operations, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. The Manufacturing Engineer serves as a key technical resource and works closely with Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to achieve safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.

• Safety & Compliance
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements in all manufacturing processes and improvement initiatives.
• Support a culture of safety through proactive risk identification and process design improvements.
• Production Support
• Ensure stable and efficient production processes that support achievement of the production plan.
• Provide technical support to operators, supervisors, and maintenance personnel.
• Assist with equipment installation, qualification, and troubleshooting activities.
• Train employees on new processes, equipment, and quality standards.
• Process Improvement
• Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, and efficiency.
• Reduce setup times, improve cycle times, and minimize scrap through process optimization.
• Monitor and improve key performance indicators including throughput, downtime, yield, and overall process performance.
• Analyze production data to identify trends, bottlenecks, and cost reduction opportunities.
• Design and validate tooling, fixtures, workstations, and process layouts to improve efficiency and ergonomics.
• Quality & Problem Solving
• Partner with Quality and Production teams to implement process controls and best practices.
• Lead and participate in root cause analysis activities using tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and FMEA.
• Support corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) related to process issues, internal defects, and customer complaints.
• Drive improvements in process capability, product quality, and manufacturing consistency.
• Documentation & Standards
• Develop, maintain, and improve manufacturing process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
• Maintain and update production standards within the ERP system, including standard rates and crew factors.
• Ensure manufacturing documentation remains accurate and current.
• New Product Introduction & Engineering Changes
• Support new product introductions (NPI) and process validation activities.
• Coordinate implementation of engineering changes within the assigned product line.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and process transitions.
• Continuous Improvement
• Participate in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and Six Sigma initiatives.
• Lead improvement projects from concept through implementation.
• Identify and implement sustainable process improvements that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost performance.

• Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 3-7 years of experience in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience using root cause analysis tools such as 5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams, and FMEA.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as Solid Works and/or AutoCAD.
• Experience working with ERP systems.
• Understanding of GD&T, process capability (Cp/Cpk), and Statistical Process Control (SPC).
• Strong analytical,…