Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Location: Shepherdsville, KY
Shift Hours: First Shift | Full-Time

About the Role

Our client is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations, improve processes, and ensure safe, efficient manufacturing of assemblies and end products. This role will play a key part in fixture design, process optimization, ergonomics, and safety compliance within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide engineering support for the design and manufacturing of fixtures, machines, and tools
• Conduct time studies and evaluate equipment, tooling, and manufacturing processes
• Improve ergonomics, mistake-proofing, and overall ease of assembly
• Partner with EHS to ensure compliance with OSHA and safety standards
• Assist with Failure Mode & Effects Analysis (FMEA) and risk mitigation
• Investigate accidents and support implementation of corrective actions
• Conduct plant safety audits and recommend process improvements
• Review new equipment and machinery for safety and compliance standards
• Monitor environmental conditions (noise, dust, fumes, etc.) and ensure safe exposure levels
• Support ISO 14001 and quality/environmental management systems
• Collaborate with Quality to ensure proper in-process inspection methods

Qualifications / Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience in manufacturing engineering, preferably in automotive or assembly environments
• Knowledge of ergonomics, safety standards, and OSHA regulations
• Proficiency with AutoCAD and standard computer applications (Excel, Word, databases)
• Experience with FMEA, process improvement, and time studies
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work cross-functionally with production, quality, and safety teams

Recruiter Notes (Internal Use)

• Automotive / seat assembly experience is a big plus
• Must be hands-on — not just design-focused
• Look for candidates with fixtures + ergonomics + safety exposure
• FMEA and OSHA knowledge are key differentiators
• Target candidates from Tier 1 manufacturing environments