Manufacturing Engineer – Machine Shop, Mid to Senior Level

Responsibilities

• Drive Manufacturing Excellence.
• Troubleshoot production floor issues and implement effective corrective actions, including process improvements, tooling and fixture enhancements, or collaboration with R&D on design updates.
• Partner with Product Engineering and Production to improve Design for Manufacturability (DFM) for new products and design concepts.
• Lead New Product & Process Introductions.
• Coordinate manufacturing introductions for new parts and products by establishing equipment needs, routings, and requirements for jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
• Identify and validate new equipment, technologies, and procedures to support efficient, high‑quality manufacturing.
• Optimize Workflow & Efficiency.
• Analyze workforce utilization, floor space, and workflow to design efficient layouts for equipment and work areas.
• Collaborate with management and cross‑functional teams to align manufacturing capabilities with production schedules and strategic goals.
• Support systems and initiatives that improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and apply A3 problem‑solving and lean manufacturing principles.
• Develop People & Processes.
• Train manufacturing operators on new or updated processes, tools, and equipment.
• Uphold and model Andis Core Values in all day‑to‑day work and interactions.

• Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) with at least 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent education and training.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with AutoCAD and/or Solid Works.
• Experience working with an ERP system.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as milling, grinding, lapping, or automation is a plus.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of engineering science, design techniques, and production processes.