Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Legacy Talent Search is currently seeking candidates for a Senior Manufacturing Engineer role in Cincinnati, OH. Our client is a well-established industry leader known for innovation and a commitment to delivering the highest-quality products. With a strong focus on continuous improvement, they pride themselves on maintaining excellence at every stage of their manufacturing process. This role is ideal for an experienced engineer who is looking to take the next step into leadership
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• Lead, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve quality, efficiency, and throughput.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and other process‑improvement methodologies.
• Provide day‑to‑day technical support to production teams, troubleshooting issues and eliminating root causes.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams—Quality, Maintenance, Engineering, and Operations—to support new product introductions and implement engineering changes.
• Develop and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures.
• Oversee equipment performance, support capital improvement projects, and recommend upgrades or new technologies.
• Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and capacity evaluations to support strategic planning.
• Serve as a mentor to junior engineers and technicians; leadership experience is preferred.
• Ensure all processes comply with industry standards, safety regulations, and internal quality systems.

• 7–10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering within an industrial or high‑volume environment.
• Leadership or team‑lead experience preferred
  ; strong desire to move into a leadership role required.
• Proven success in process improvement, equipment troubleshooting, and manufacturing optimization.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project‑management skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross‑functional teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or related field).

• $100,000 – $140,000 per year DOE
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and paid time off.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement into leadership roles.
• A supportive and inclusive workplace culture.
• The chance to contribute to a company that values innovation, quality, and continuous improvement.

Legacy Talent Search is an equal opportunity employer.