Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

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Who We Are

Hoshizaki is a global organization with a diverse portfolio of companies and brands serving the food service industry through manufacturing, refrigeration, food service equipment, beverage dispensing, and related technologies. As part of the Hoshizaki Group, Hoshizaki America combines global innovation and resources with local expertise to deliver high-quality products and customer-focused solutions.

Our culture is grounded in four core values:
Transparency, Compliance, Trust, and Collaboration (TCTC). These values guide how we work, how we serve our customers, and how we build lasting relationships with our employees, partners, and communities.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead process improvement, manufacturing innovation, and capital projects. This role will work closely with Production, Quality, Design Engineering, and other teams to improve safety, quality, efficiency, capacity, and cost while supporting new product launches.

This is a hands‑on leadership role with the opportunity to mentor engineers, lead complex projects, develop manufacturing best practices, and influence long‑term manufacturing strategy.

What You’ll Do

• Lead manufacturing process improvement and Lean initiatives.
• Lead capital projects from concept through implementation.
• Evaluate and implement equipment, tooling, automation, and new technologies.
• Support new product development and manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot production and quality issues using root cause analysis and data.
• Develop process standards, SOPs, work instructions, and best practices.
• Lead supplier development and qualification activities.
• Mentor engineers and provide technical leadership.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• 8–10+ years of manufacturing engineering experience.
• Strong experience with manufacturing processes, equipment, tooling, and process improvement.
• Experience leading complex cross–functional and capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, and project management methodologies.
• Advanced CAD and data analysis skills.
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, communication, and leadership skills.
• Experience mentoring or leading engineering personnel.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s preferred

Plastic tooling experience is a plus.

Why Hoshizaki?

Hoshizaki America is a leading manufacturer of commercial food service equipment, including ice machines, refrigeration, prep tables, display cases, and dispensers.
Headquartered in Peachtree City, Georgia, with an additional manufacturing facility in Griffin, Hoshizaki America employs more than 1,000 people nationwide.

Join a global organization known for quality, innovation, engineering excellence, and energy‑efficient solutions, with the opportunity to make a direct impact on manufacturing operations and future technologies.

Salary & Benefits

Competitive salary based on experience, qualifications, and internal equity, plus eligibility for a bonus opportunity. Compensation is flexible for highly qualified candidates. Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with company match, PTO and holidays, tuition reimbursement, childcare incentives, FSA, wellness programs, employee discounts, and more.

Additional Information

Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Hoshizaki America directly.

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EEO Statement

Hoshizaki America is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

This job description outlines the general nature of the role and is not a comprehensive list of duties or requirements. Hoshizaki America reserves the right to modify it at any time