Manufacturing Engineer

Design / improve the layout of the manufacturing facility including the identification of new capital equipment and tooling requirements, Defining and setting up new manufacturing lines using lean principles such as 5S, Kanban, Six Sigma and VSM (value stream mapping), Design and specify manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and jigs to improve safety, quality, and productivity, Assist in Quoting special product / equipment and parts with particular specifications, Develop & analyse work processes, measure and report on performance, Structuring, managing, and setting up manufacturing processes, Active involvement in DFMEA / PFMEA control plans, evaluating the performance of process control after implementation, Defining and creating process documentation (SOP's, work instructions, etc.), Provide shop floor engineering support, troubleshooting manufacturing issues related to fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, and hydraulics. Actively managing and driving design changes to improve manufacturability, Coordinate Engineering Changes and releases to Production, Assist in defining product cost targets from initial product concept submission.

Mier Recruitment is hiring!

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Fairdale, KY
Job Type: Permanent
Salary: $80,000-$90,000/year
Work Model: In Person

Our client in Fairdale, KY USA is actively looking for a Manufacturing Engineer to join their team.

• Own manufacturing processes and engineering systems.
• Process production packages in Visual ERP system and hand over to production floor.
• Design / improve the layout of the manufacturing facility including the identification of new capital equipment and tooling requirements,
• Defining and setting up new manufacturing lines using lean principles such as 5S, Kanban, Six Sigma and VSM (value stream mapping),
• Design and specify manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and jigs to improve safety, quality, and productivity,
• Assist in Quoting special product / equipment and parts with particular specifications,
• Develop & analyse work processes, measure and report on performance,
• Structuring, managing, and setting up manufacturing processes,
• Active involvement in DFMEA / PFMEA control plans, evaluating the performance of process control after implementation,
• Defining and creating process documentation (SOP's, work instructions, etc.),
• Provide shop floor engineering support, troubleshooting manufacturing issues related to fabrication, welding, machining, assembly, and hydraulics.
• Apply DFM / DFA and lean manufacturing principles to improve manufacturability and throughput.
• Driving the assembly and proving of initial development and pre-production units to ensure that design and manufacturing lessons learnt are gathered and built into the final product solution.
• Support R&D prototyping, pilot builds, and first-article manufacturing in collaboration with Product Development Engineering.
• Actively managing and driving design changes to improve manufacturability,
• Coordinate Engineering Changes and releases to Production,
• Assist in defining product cost targets from initial product concept submission

• Attention to detail and ability to do highly accurate work consistently,
• Able to adapt to fast pace and changing environment,
• Ability to manage multiple urgent tasks/activities at the same time,
• Ability to understand, define and analyze data content and generate reports,
• Experience with electronic document management systems set-up, processes and reporting,
• Strong computer skills with advanced knowledge in MS Office Suite,
• Excellent English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate at all levels, Knowledge of Quality Control techniques and Metrology,
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and qualification requirements,
• Logical approach to problem solving

• Comply with OSHA regulations and internal safety policies.
• Use all required PPE and equipment.
• Report any hazards, risks, or unsafe practices immediately to a supervisor.
• Never disable protective devices without providing safe alternatives; restore devices after work.
• Operate machinery and equipment safely to prevent harm.
• Attend and apply knowledge from mandatory Health and Safety training programs (e.g., WHMIS, orientation).

If you meet the above qualifications, please submit your resume. Please note that while we appreciate all applications, only those being considered will be contacted.