Manufacturing Engineer

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This position will be the Manufacturing Engineer in the PRO Business Unit. The PRO Business Unit is responsible for building the Professional Refrigeration product in the Sub‑Zero Fitchburg facility. The team consists of a cross‑functional group of engineers, supervisors, and technicians all with the same responsibility of managing the PRO Business Unit in different aspects. Growth and development are important aspects of this position.

Whether you aspire to be a leader or a technical expert, this position will set you up for success in the future.

• Responsible for all Manufacturing Engineering tasks – equipment reliability, routings, line layouts, tooling, fixturing, EASE standards, and project management.
• Analyze and solve product and process problems as they arise.
• Work with design, quality/test, procurement, and line personnel to develop and implement assembly processes for new and existing product lines.
• Create and implement efficient workstation and work cell layouts for optimal use of manpower and floor space.
• Perform time studies to develop manpower requirements for new product lines.
• Create process improvement plans and work instructions for new product lines.
• Identify and procure tools and equipment required for product assembly (conveyor systems, fixtures, hand tools, air tools, and other special testing equipment).
• Identify and investigate new assembly technologies including but not limited to demand flow technology, Kanban systems, cellular manufacturing, and build‑to‑order production.
• Process and implement Engineering Change Orders for continuous improvement efforts.
• Assist in identifying and implementing safety improvements throughout the plant.
• Develop relationships with key OEMs to properly maintain machines.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor's or better in Engineering.
• Experience in manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with CAD (e.g., Solid Works, AutoCAD) software.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.

• Mechanically inclined and interested in the functionality of machinery.
• Understanding of the functioning of refrigeration.
• Ability to understand and troubleshoot mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric systems.
• Ability to work in a team to problem solve.

• Competitive compensation based on skills.
• Industry leading health, dental, and vision plans.
• Generous 401(k) savings and profit sharing.
• On‑site UW Health clinic, fitness center, and walking paths.
• Education assistance and internal training programs.
• Electric vehicle charging.
• Maternity & paternity leave.
• Learn more about our robust benefits package.

This position requires a pre‑employment drug/alcohol test and background check, which will be administered after a conditional job offer is extended. A negative drug/alcohol test result is required for employment. Refusal to take the test or a positive result may disqualify a candidate from further consideration. All drug testing will be conducted in accordance with federal and state laws.