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Manufacturing Engineer

Job in New York, New York County, New York, 10261, USA
Listing for: G&G Industrial Lighting
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-21
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Quality Engineering
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Process Engineer, Quality Engineering
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 70000 - 90000 USD Yearly USD 70000.00 90000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: New York

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer plays a key role in driving operational excellence and expanding G&G’s manufacturing capabilities. This is a hands‑on opportunity to join a fast-growing, innovative team where your ideas and actions directly impact our production efficiency, quality, and long‑term growth.

As a proactive, resourceful problem solver, the Manufacturing Engineer should thrive in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. Analytical and process‑oriented, you continuously improve products and workflows by eliminating waste and standardizing best practices. You balance strategic vision with hands‑on execution—designing and fabricating solutions, optimizing workstations, and leading initiatives that drive lasting improvements in safety, quality, and efficiency.

You will play a pivotal role in advancing G&G’s journey toward continuous single‑piece flow, helping shape the systems, processes, and culture needed to achieve seamless, waste‑free production across the plant.

Who will I report to?

Director of Manufacturing Operations

What roles am I accountable for? Manufacturing Engineering (50%)
  • Help define and execute the long‑term manufacturing strategy to improve safety, capacity, reliability, and cost performance.
  • Lead the implementation of process optimization and capacity increase initiatives for existing and future production areas.
  • Contributor to the generation and maintenance of standardized work; support the administration of manufacturing documents in the plant.
  • Develop manufacturing & assembly processes that yield products compliant to internal, customer, and industry requirements (design, implement, and construct tooling / equipment to support these processes).
  • Provide subject matter expert leadership for the efficient operation and maintenance of the SMT production process.
Continuous Improvement (20%)
  • Lead the planning & execution of continuous improvement projects to increase productivity & reduce manufacturing costs (e.g., cycle time reduction, line balancing, waste elimination, process flow optimization, workstation & layout design, visual management, 5S, TPM, etc.).
  • Contributor to teaching, mentoring and training shop floor teams in continuous improvement and lean strategies and concepts.
  • Use data and floor observations to identify bottlenecks and opportunities for improvement, translating findings into actionable process changes.
  • Process Engineering (20%)
    • Contribute to the process for pre‑production & production trial runs for new product / process introduction; own the process for approval and implementation of process changes in the shop floor.
    • Lead the process for evaluation, selection and purchase or fabrication of manufacturing and test equipment.
    • Identify and implement automation opportunities to improve consistency, quality, and throughput. Manage equipment commissioning and production ramp‑up.
    Team G&G (10%)
    • Work cross‑functionally with other teams & functions of the organization to solve problems and drive solutions.
    • Work with operations staff to train and develop new skills and competencies.
    • Act as a coach and technical resource to the manufacturing team, building skills and confidence across the shop floor.
    What does success look like?

    Success in this role is measurably improving production processes to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality. Success in this role also includes demonstrating strong leadership, communication, and problem‑solving skills that build trust with the team and drive continuous improvement.

    Key Measurables:
    • Increased production efficiency:
      Measured by metrics such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), throughput, and cycle time.
    • Reduced costs:
      Including lower manufacturing cost per unit, reduced scrap rates, and identified cost savings from process improvements.
    • Enhanced product quality:
      Reflected in higher First Pass Yield (FPY), lower defect density, and reduced customer returns.
    How do we show up every day?
    • Positive Attitude – We focus on solutions not obstacles. We show gratitude and appreciation. We create an environment that’s uplifting.
    • Above and Beyond – We consistently exceed expectations. We care deeply for…
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