Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

The Manufacturing Engineer plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing process design and continuous improvement activities. This role supports the engineering function by analyzing product designs for manufacturability and assembly, developing efficient production methods, and ensuring high levels of quality and productivity. The Manufacturing Engineer also performs cost estimating, prepares bills of materials, and plans and justifies capital equipment to support current and future production needs.

• Develop and continuously improve manufacturing methods to enhance efficiency, quality, and throughput.
• Plan manufacturing and assembly processes by analyzing product designs to determine the most effective manufacturing methods.
• Document manufacturing processes and create, maintain, and update detailed manufacturing work instructions.
• Create and modify product CAD documentation, including parts, assemblies, and drawings, using Solid Works or similar CAD platforms.
• Collaborate with planning and design staff to review product designs and tooling to ensure efficient and cost-effective production methods.
• Analyze and plan workspace requirements and workflow, and design equipment and workspace layouts to maximize efficiency and safety.
• Work closely with management, engineering, and other staff to review manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and related considerations to facilitate smooth production processes.
• Determine, specify, and justify capital equipment needs to support current and future manufacturing requirements.
• Collaborate with suppliers to define product specifications and arrange for the purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluate supplied products against specifications and quality standards.
• Design and perform product testing and analysis as needed to validate designs, processes, and improvements.
• Perform quality assurance functions as needed to ensure high levels of quality in manufacturing processes and outputs.
• Collect and analyze data to drive improvements in throughput, cost, and quality using proven continuous improvement and lean methodologies.
• Support process engineering and process improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations.

• Minimum of 3 years of related experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a similar role, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Proven experience developing, evaluating, and improving manufacturing processes and methods.
• Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing principles and practical implementation of lean tools and methodologies.
• Proficiency with CAD platforms, preferably Solid Works, for creating and modifying parts, assemblies, and drawings.
• Demonstrated ability to collect, interpret, and analyze data to drive improvements in throughput, cost, and quality of manufacturing processes.
• Experience documenting manufacturing processes and creating clear, detailed work instructions.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, and use of email for professional communication.
• Experience working with ERP systems, with familiarity in platforms such as Oracle or Epicor.
• Bachelor's degree in an engineering discipline, preferably manufacturing engineering or mechanical engineering.

• Black Belt certification in lean or Six Sigma, with practical lean implementation experience, is preferred.
• Experience with rotational molding processes is preferred.
• Experience in process improvement and process engineering within a manufacturing environment.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with planning, design, management, suppliers, and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to design and execute product testing and analysis to support product and process validation.
• Attention to detail and a strong focus on quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement.

The role is based in a comfortable work environment that includes air-conditioned office space and a temperature-controlled warehouse. The facility is modern, clean, and well maintained, with a well-equipped break room where employees can relax and recharge during breaks. The work culture is collaborative and team-oriented, with supportive and experienced colleagues who value open communication and cooperation. The organization operates in a stable industry and maintains a strong reputation, offering employees the opportunity to make a visible impact on processes and outcomes.

Work is performed in a professional manufacturing and engineering setting that combines office-based design and planning activities with on-site engagement in production areas and equipment layouts.

This is a Contract position based out of Portland, TN.

The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $53.00/hr.

Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including…