Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer – Metal Fabrication & Welding Plant

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Atkore is forging a future where our employees, customers, suppliers, shareholders, and communities are building better together – a future focused on serving the customer and powering and protecting the world. With a global network of manufacturing and distribution facilities, Atkore is a leading provider of electrical, safety and infrastructure solutions.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship now or in the future. We are currently looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to be based out of Cartersville, GA and reporting to the Plant Manager. This position will be responsible for machine uptime, product and process improvement, quality control, maintaining data integrity, and capital expenditure requests. Experience in lean manufacturing or a business system‑based company is a plus.

• Identify and implement improvement opportunities in manufacturing processes and procedures. Create standard work and work instructions as needed.
• Provide engineering support for plant operations and collaborate with other CMNA plant operations.
• Develop and create manufacturing drawings, visual inspections, and go/no‑go gauges.
• Work closely with the production team to optimize processes and eliminate quality issues.
• Implement change‑management processes.
• Maintain and develop all product routings.
• Direct maintenance on troubleshooting manufacturing lines and reducing machine downtime.
• Schedule contractors and OEMs as needed for equipment repair and PM.
• Interface with product engineering to support new product development and commercial initiatives relevant to the plant.
• Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or a related field (strongly preferred).
• Proficiency in Inventor and AutoCAD.
• Experience with JD Edwards or another ERP system preferred.
• Self‑motivated with a proven track record and knowledge of technology.
• Detail oriented.
• Comfortable in a dynamic technical environment with a rapidly expanding customer base; strong presentation and communication skills.
• Innovative problem‑solver.
• Experience with our products and line of business a plus.
• All associates must embrace and foster an environment that supports core values of Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Teamwork, and Accountability.

• Complete Atkore immersion program.
• Understand how your job supports Atkore’s strategy.
• Gain an understanding of your direct team and other resources.

• Understand the plant manufacturing operation.
• Own part routings and setups for the plant.
• Participate in a Kaizen event.

• Be a critical member of the plant team that delivers Atkore’s strategy.
• Drive improvement projects, capital spend, and asset uptime.
• Have meaningful performance conversations with your manager.

Atkore is a five‑time Great Place to Work® certified company and a four‑time Top Workplaces USA award winner. We’re committed to creating an engaged, aligned workforce driven by a collaborative culture. Our team strives for breakthrough results and focuses on being standout leaders. We consistently live the Atkore mission, strategic priorities, and behaviors consistent with our core values.

As of the date of this posting, a good‑faith estimate of the current pay for this position is $64,320 – $88,440. Placement in the range depends on several factors including, but not limited to, specific competencies, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, relevant experience, skills, seniority, performance, shift, travel requirements, and business or organizational needs and may change over time. Other compensation may include, but is not limited to, overtime, shift differentials, bonuses, commissions, stock, and other incentives.

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Short‑term and long‑term disability insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off
• Paid holidays
• Any leave required under federal, state, or local law

Benefits are subject to vesting and eligibility requirements.

Applications are being accepted on an ongoing basis.