Basic Responsibilities:
Process & New Product Introduction
- New product planning, introduction, trial preparation, and documentation
- Production capacity studies, line layouts, cycle time studies, processing cost studies
Equipment & Automation
- New equipment specification development, installation and training
- New equipment budget planning, quotation, procurement, and project management
- Automation of manual manufacturing processes, including vision-guided robotics and related technologies
Production Support & Improvement
- Lead and support production line continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead process improvement, machine optimization, and automation evaluation and implementation
- Lead or support root cause analysis and countermeasure development for product and process issues
Documentation & Compliance
- Create and Maintain process documentation (PFMEA, PCS, Process Flows, policies, etc.) in support of IATF and internal manufacturing standards
Baseline Qualifications (Expected for All Candidates)
- Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Computer, Chemical, or related discipline)
- Strong problem-solving mindset with interest in manufacturing and process improvement
- Ability to plan work, manage schedules, and meet project deadlines
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a production environment
- Willingness to engage directly on the factory floor and with manufacturing equipment
- Strong analytical thinking, communication, and organizational skills
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement principles
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to ~10%) and to support periodic overtime during key milestones such as new line installations
Qualifications Pathway #1 - Early-Career / New Graduate Engineers
- Engineering coursework, laboratories, senior design projects, internships, or co-op experience
- Exposure to manufacturing processes, automation, equipment, or quality systems
- Strong learning agility, curiosity, and ability to apply structured problem-solving methods
Qualifications Pathway #2 - Experienced Engineers
- Hands-on involvement in manufacturing process development, equipment implementation, or production engineering support
- Experience improving quality, cost, delivery, safety, or productivity in a manufacturing environment
- Ability to independently perform root cause analysis and implement effective countermeasures
- Proven capability to apply manufacturing systems knowledge to deliver timely, data-based results
Preferred Skills & Experience:
- Work experience that demonstrated the ability to solve problems, learn, and actively adapt
- Experience may include deep expertise in a specific manufacturing area or broad exposure across multiple processes and systems.
- Practical experience of manufacturing technologies to leverage for safety, quality, productivity, or cost improvement including:
- Automated or robotic assembly
- Screw tightening
- Soldering, gel or sealant application
- Automated machine vision inspection
- Familiarity with basic manufacturing concepts such as PFMEA, SPC, process documentation, or standard work
- Exposure to manufacturing data, analytics, equipment connectivity, and process visibility
This role provides opportunities to expand technical scope, influence manufacturing standards, and contribute to both near-term results and long-term process capability.
Benefits Summary:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans
- 401K with 4% Company Match
- Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
- Bonus Program
- FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
- Company provided Life, Disability, ADD, and Business Travel Insurance
- Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
- Various Optional Insurance Programs such as Legal, Identity Theft, Critical Illness, etc.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Development and Ongoing Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
- Volunteer opportunities
- Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
- Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
- Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)
Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation assistance.
Annual Salary: $73,000 - $91,000