Lead Manufacturing Engineer

Join the largest manufacturer of tile and natural stone in the United States and watch your career stand out with Dal‑Tile, a subsidiary of Mohawk Industries.

Our close‑knit team of dedicated professionals has made us the success we are today. In exchange for their hard work, we support our people with a family‑friendly work environment, a commitment to promoting from within, unique benefits that go beyond just medical and dental, and a belief that every employee deserves a productive life outside of work. If this sounds outstanding to you, take the first step forward and explore a career with Dal‑Tile.

The Lead Manufacturing Engineer is a leading performer that serves as a subject matter expert that is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production of high‑quality products. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, problem‑solving skills, and project management capabilities to improve production methods, reduce costs, and enhance overall operational performance within a manufacturing environment and may serve as the lead for manufacturing projects.

• Utilize advanced expertise to implement techniques and equipment of simple to moderate complexity within the production process, focusing on maximizing operational efficiency.

• Design systems that increase productivity by optimizing the integration of people, materials, systems, equipment, and finance, leveraging specialized knowledge in manufacturing engineering.

• Recommend or may implement changes to work methods, materials, machinery, manpower allocation, and safety measures for projects of simple to moderate complexity.

• Oversee the development of work standards, schedules, procedures, and performance standards for work applications to improve efficiency and cost reductions, ensuring alignment with company‑approved standards.

• Participate in cross‑functional teams to execute projects related to process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product launches, providing expert input and guidance.

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes and workflows to improve efficiency and productivity, utilizing advanced knowledge and experience.

• Identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance quality, offering expert analysis and recommendations.

• Perform high‑quality analysis consistently, utilizing advanced analytical skills to drive informed decision‑making.

• Champion innovative ideas and apply them effectively to enhance business results, leveraging deep expertise in manufacturing engineering.

• Monitor and/or lead after‑action reviews to identify, document, and share lessons learned, utilizing specialized knowledge and experience to drive continuous improvement.

• Collaborate cross‑functionally to evaluate technical, system, and process improvements, providing expert input and guidance to enhance overall operational efficiency.

• Perform other duties as needed.

• Bachelors degree in a related field.

• 6 - 8 years relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Six‑Sigma and/or Lean certifications are desirable.

• Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline or field.

• Recognized cross‑functionally as an expert within one or two subject matter areas.

• Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills.

• Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively.

• High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data.

• Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite products.

• Flexible attitude, adaptable to change, team player, and able to handle multiple projects at once.

• High degree of professionalism, judgment, maturity, and resourcefulness in the absence of formalized guidelines and procedures.

• Temporary indirect reporting relationships may exist while working as Project lead. May be required to act in senior role, providing task related advise and direction to junior team members.

• Occasional exposure to hazardous conditions caused by noise, moving…