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Manufacturing Engineer
Job in
Elkhart, Elkhart County, Indiana, 46516, USA
Listed on 2026-10-18
Listing for:
Plasticade
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-10-18
Job specializations:
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Manufacturing / Production
Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer -
Engineering
Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Automation & Mechatronics Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES /
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
- Lead manufacturing capital projects from concept through commissioning, including scope development, equipment/vendor selection, budget management, project scheduling, installation coordination, commissioning, validation, and post-installation performance review
- Identify, prioritize, and implement process improvements that improve throughput and OEE, reduce scrap and waste, improve ergonomics and operator safety, and reduce manufacturing cost
- Partner with Maintenance and Production to develop and improve Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) practices, including preventive and predictive maintenance, equipment standards, downtime analysis, and root-cause corrective actions
- Design and implement jigs and fixtures to streamline post-production assembly and quality control processes
- Spend up to 40% of working time on the production floor supporting equipment installations, troubleshooting, process trials, test runs, mold validation, and continuous improvement activities
- Develop and maintain technical expertise in crumb rubber and liquid binder compression molding technologies
- Monitor and analyze production data to identify and target areas for continuous improvement
- Develop a working knowledge of PLC logic to troubleshoot and enhance existing systems
- Associates/Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or related Engineering discipline, OR 7-10 years relevant experience
- Experience managing manufacturing projects, including vendor coordination, budgets, schedules, installation, and commissioning
- Proficiency with Solid Works or comparable 3D CAD software
- Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Power Point
- Ability and willingness to spend 20–40% of working time on the production floor
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and project-management skills
SKILLS:
- Experience with compression molding, rubber processing, or similar manufacturing processes
- Knowledge of pumps, hydraulics, pneumatics/compressed air, and industrial equipment
- Experience with TPM, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or other continuous-improvement methodologies
- PLC troubleshooting or programming experience
- Experience designing and implementing automated manufacturing systems
- Experience with equipment installation and field engineering
- Familiarity with material-handling systems
- Experience with 3D printing and rapid prototyping
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- When in office: moderate noise levels & prolonged computer use. Frequent presence in non-climate-controlled, high-noise production & warehouse areas where appropriate PPE must be worn
- Compensation: $95,000 - $125,000
This Job Description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee and may be revised at any time by the Company.
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