Manufacturing Engineer

Employer description

Support manufacturing of fiber glass pipe. • Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes, work instructions, and production methods. • Analyze production workflows to identify opportunities for increased efficiency, reduced waste, and improved quality. • Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies. • Develop and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) and manufacturing documentation. • Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including process validation and production readiness. • Design or specify tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment to improve productivity and repeatability. • Perform root cause analysis on production issues and implement effective corrective and preventive actions. • Collaborate with Quality Engineering to resolve nonconformances and improve process capability. • Analyze production data and key performance indicators (KPIs) to identify trends and recommend improvements. • Support capital equipment selection, installation, commissioning, and validation. • Ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. • Provide technical support and training to production personnel. • Participate in cost reduction initiatives through process optimization, material savings, and cycle time improvements. • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. • 2–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience • Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes such as machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, or automation. • Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies. • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and ERP/MRP systems. • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills. • Excellent written and verbal communication skills. • Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.