Manufacturing Engineer

Yates Cylinders is seeking a detail-oriented and process-driven Manufacturing Engineer to optimize and support production operations at our facility. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in improving manufacturing processes, reducing waste, and ensuring product quality in the fabrication and assembly of hydraulic and pneumatic cylinders.

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manufacturing methods, including machining, welding, honing, assembly, and testing processes.
• Design tooling, fixtures, and work instructions to improve production efficiency and operator safety.
• Collaborate with design engineering, CNC programmers, and quality control to support new product introductions and custom cylinder builds.
• Analyze production processes and implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Kaizen, value stream mapping).
• Troubleshoot process issues and work with production teams to implement corrective actions.
• Monitor and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE), cycle times, and scrap rates.
• Support the implementation of ERP/MRP systems and ensure accurate BOMs and routings.
• Ensure all processes comply with company quality standards, ISO 9001, and safety regulations.

• Strong understanding of machining operations (CNC turning, milling), welding, and assembly techniques.
• Experience with CAD (Solid Works preferred) and CAM software.
• Familiarity with GD&T, process flow diagrams, PFMEAs, and control plans.
• Hands‑on experience with lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies is a plus.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and problem‑solving skills.

• Previous experience working with hydraulic or pneumatic components.
• ERP software experience (such as Epicor, SAP, or similar).
• Root cause analysis (RCA) and statistical process control (SPC).

Education/

Experience:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. 2-5 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role, preferably in a heavy industrial or hydraulic component environment.

Language Ability:
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Math Ability:
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, fundamentals of plane and solid geometry, and trigonometry.

Reasoning Ability:
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.

Computer

Skills:

Knowledge of Excel, internet browsing, Made2

Manage, and Microsoft Outlook.

Why Join Yates Cylinders? Yates Cylinders is a leader in the hydraulic cylinder industry with a reputation for quality and fast turnaround. We offer a dynamic work environment, competitive compensation, and opportunities for professional growth.

• Mid‑Senior level

• Full-time

• Engineering and Information Technology

• Machinery Manufacturing