Manufacturing Engineer
Position Overview
Finish Line Staffing Services is seeking an experienced
Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations, optimize manufacturing processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This hands-on role involves working directly on the production floor to improve efficiency, reduce costs, resolve quality issues, and support new product development.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on engineering support to manufacturing operations, including equipment troubleshooting, process optimization, and production improvements.
- Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, improve productivity, and lower manufacturing costs.
- Support new product introductions, production startups, and improvements to existing manufacturing processes.
- Design, develop, and troubleshoot manufacturing tools, fixtures, and jigs.
- Investigate product quality issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
- Collaborate with customers and internal teams on product design, material selection, and manufacturability.
- Develop and maintain engineering drawings, technical documentation, and process specifications.
- Support product failure analysis and prepare engineering and corrective action reports.
- Evaluate manufacturing processes, tooling requirements, and material costs to support accurate cost estimates.
- Lead continuous improvement projects focused on quality, efficiency, and operational performance.
Qualifications
- Degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline preferred; equivalent manufacturing experience considered.
- Several years of experience in manufacturing engineering, product engineering, or a related technical role.
- Experience in rubber, plastics, or material conversion manufacturing required.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, product design, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with root cause analysis, corrective actions, and structured problem-solving methods such as 8D.
- Proficiency with CAD software; Solid Edge experience preferred.
- Familiarity with AS9100, ISO, IATF 16949, or similar quality management standards.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects while providing hands-on production support.
- Experience with compression molding is a plus.