Manufacturing​/Mechanical Engineer

Randstad is partnering with a Winchester, TN client to hire a highly motivated Manufacturing Engineer – Mechanical to spearhead manufacturing engineering initiatives at our Winchester, Tennessee facility. Key focus: process improvement, designing essential tooling and fixturing, optimizing plant layouts and production flow, and managing capital equipment projects. The ideal candidate is a hands‑on problem‑solver who thrives on the production floor.

• 5+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or mechanical engineering in a production environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related engineering discipline.
• Experience designing tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing process improvements.
• Experience supporting capital equipment projects and manufacturing line improvements.

• CAD experience (Solid Works, AutoCAD, or similar).
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
• Experience with process flow development, root cause analysis, and structured problem solving.
• Understanding of manufacturing equipment, tooling, automation, and production processes.

• Strong hands‑on troubleshooting and mechanical aptitude.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Effective communication across all levels of the organization.

• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality.
• Lead root‑cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues.
• Develop and maintain process documentation including process flows, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.

• Design and implement tooling, fixtures, jigs, and other manufacturing aids to improve safety, efficiency, and repeatability.
• Identify opportunities for automation and equipment improvements.
• Support equipment troubleshooting and reliability improvements in partnership with maintenance and production teams.

• Develop plant layouts and manufacturing cell designs to optimize workflow, ergonomics, and material movement.
• Support facility improvements, line balancing, and production capacity improvements.
• Conduct time studies and workflow analysis to identify bottlenecks and improvement opportunities.

• Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on waste reduction, productivity improvements, and process standardization.
• Implement measurable improvements in throughput, scrap reduction, and equipment efficiency.

• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, and justification for capital equipment.
• Support vendor evaluation, equipment selection, installation, and commissioning.
• Manage project timelines and ensure successful startup & integration.

• Working in a smoke‑free environment.
• Wearing steel‑toe shoes.
• Working in a non‑temperature‑controlled environment.
• Manual lifting up to 40 lbs.

• Manufacturing.
• Lean Manufacturing (5 years of experience is preferred).
• Safety Improvements (5 years of experience is preferred).
• Create / Update Work Instructions (5 years of experience is preferred).
• Evaluate processes (5 years of experience is preferred).
• Improve processes (5 years of experience is preferred).
• Mechanical Engineering.
• Mechanical Assembling.

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Salary: $85,000 – $95,000 per year

Shift: First

Work hours:

8 AM – 5 PM

Education:

Bachelors

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short‑term disability, and a 401(k) plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

Equal Opportunity

Employer:

Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

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This posting is open for thirty (30) days.