Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Functional area:

Production

Onsite or Remote:
Onsite

Country/Region: US

Location:

Ooltewah, TN, US, 37363

Date of posting:
Apr 8, 2026

Manufacturing Engineer role is responsible for the delivery of process & mechanical innovation across multi‑jurisdictions. You will play an important role in helping to foster a culture of sustainable change through the creation of process improvements to deliver business transformation.

Work Type:
This position will be based onsite at our Ooltewah, TN facility. This job opening is not eligible for immigration/work visa sponsorship.

Promote continuous improvement as a core culture and lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives (kaizen, 5S, standard work, OEE, mistake‑proofing) to reduce waste, optimize assets, and improve material flow.

Lead and sustain 5S across the facility and serve as the primary site contact for Stanley Production System (SPS/4.0).

Identify, share, and implement best practices across North America Operations.

Drive CI actions across value streams to eliminate waste and meet performance targets.

Coach site leadership on achieving KPIs aligned with CI and site goals.

Integrate disconnected processes into cohesive value streams from the customer perspective.

Develop and use current/future value stream maps to define strategic projects and rolling 12‑month CI plans.

Partner with internal/external suppliers and customers to improve end‑to‑end enterprise processes.

Align production requirements with process capacity, priorities, and planning/replenishment tools; support engagement in S&OP.

Ensure consistent CI methodologies and standard work across locations.

Contribute to achieving productivity, inventory, quality, throughput, space, and safety goals.

Develop training plans to build Lean/Six Sigma capability across the workforce.

Support EHS objectives and implement best practices to exceed compliance standards.

Lead cell development, material‑flow improvements, elimination of powered industrial vehicles, and Lean/Sigma events; develop kaizen leaders; maintain visual management boards.

Conduct 5S audits and sustain improvements.

Engage suppliers in Kaizen events to support transition to Continuous‑Flow Manufacturing (CFM).

Support integration of new products and transfers into the facility using CFM techniques.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Engineering—Mechanical, industrial, or mechatronics; equivalent experience in industrial machinery manufacturing may be substituted for formal educational qualifications
• Lean Certification with a Six Sigma Green or Black Belt is a plus
• Minimum of 3 years engineer experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred
• Working knowledge in the use of Statistical Quality Control metrics preferred.
• Proficiency in group and individual training techniques, including “train the trainer” tasks.

• Ability to develop valuable process maps.
• Ability to effectively present information to varying groups of managers, executives, or other groups of associates.
• Excellent critical thinking, communication, problem‑solving skills and interpersonal skills

• Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date
• Health care eligibility - including medical, dental, vision, prescription and telemedicine
• Wellness program
• Short and long‑term disability insurance
• Life and AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) plan
• Paid Vacation

Epiroc is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Any background check conducted will be evaluated through an individualized assessment, taking into account the job’s specific requirements and the candidate’s circumstances.