Manufacturing Engineer 2- Machine Shop

Fox Factory • Gainesville, FL

12d • Onsite

About The Position

What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems are used primarily on bicycles, side-by-side vehicles, on-road vehicles with and without off-road capabilities, off-road vehicles and trucks, all-terrain vehicles, snowmobiles, specialty vehicles and applications, motorcycles, and commercial trucks. Some of our products are specifically designed for and marketed to a variety of leading cycling and powered vehicle original equipment manufacturers ("OEMs"), while others are distributed to consumers through a global dealer and distribution network. Fox Factory Holding Corp. is the holding company of FOX Factory, Inc. and is publicly traded (FOXF) on Nasdaq. Why you should join us Not only do we provide competitive wages, you will also have access to great benefits and employee discounts. But more importantly, it’s a fun environment where we truly enjoy working as a team and bringing great products to our customers! If this sounds like something you would love to do, and a place you want to be a part of, get in touch with us by submitting your application. We look forward to hearing from you! Position Responsibilities Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing processes for machined components by studying product requirements and manufacturing methods Leads and supports PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) for current production and new product introductions Supports NPI and insourcing initiatives, ensuring timelines are met and processes are production-ready Collaborates closely with CNC technicians and programmers to optimize machining processes, tooling strategies, and cycle times Partners with maintenance teams on new equipment installation, commissioning, and process readiness Identifies and executes cost savings projects through process optimization, tooling improvements, and waste reduction Drives process improvements by introducing new technologies, automation, and best practices Develops and standardizes processes to improve product quality, repeatability, and capability Analyzes workflow, space utilization, and equipment layout to maximize efficiency in the machine shop Works with vendors to evaluate and procure tooling, equipment, and materials Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and costs to support planning and decision-making Applies data analysis and statistical methods to improve process capability and predict manufacturing needs Establishes and maintains process documentation, including work instructions and process flows Owns Bill of Materials (BOM) creation and maintenance, and routing setup in Oracle to support accurate production planning and execution Supports PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) activities including documentation, validation, and submission as required Supports troubleshooting of production issues and implements corrective actions Ensures compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards Manages multiple projects simultaneously (5–10 projects) with clear prioritization and execution Specific Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies Knowledge of PFMEA and PPAP requirements Experience with BOM management and routing setup in Oracle Ability to work cross-functionally with shop floor teams (CNC techs, programmers, maintenance) Experience or exposure to automation and new manufacturing technologies Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills Data analysis and process improvement capabilities Project management and prioritization skills Basic programming logic and proficiency in Microsoft Office Strong communication and collaboration skills Position Qualifications Education: Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field Experience: 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment Experience in process development, NPI, or continuous improvement preferred Machining experience preferred but not required Automotive industry experience preferred Familiarity with manufacturing quality systems and product development processes Work Environment and Physical Requirements: Manufacturing Environment May lift up to 50 lbs. Requires walking, standing, bending and lifting for long periods of time Vision abilities required to validate and enter data on computer Disclaimer : This list does not represent all physical demands. Descriptions are representative of those that must be met by employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the jobs’ essential functions. Note: FOX provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, religion, age, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, results of genetic testing, or service in the military, or any other characteristic protected by the laws or regulations of any jurisdiction in which we operate. We base all employment decisions –including recruitment, selection, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, promotions, transfers, layoffs, terminations and social/recreational programs – on merit and the principles of equal employment opportunity. Fox offers an excellent compensation package and wide-ranging opportunities for professional development. Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document or employee handbook.

Requirements

• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and continuous improvement methodologies
• Knowledge of PFMEA and PPAP requirements
• Experience with BOM management and routing setup in Oracle
• Ability to work cross-functionally with shop floor teams (CNC techs, programmers, maintenance)
• Experience or exposure to automation and new manufacturing technologies
• Strong problem-solving and root cause analysis skills
• Data analysis and process improvement capabilities
• Project management and prioritization skills
• Basic programming logic and proficiency in Microsoft Office
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing/production environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience in process development, NPI, or continuous improvement preferred
• Machining experience preferred but not required
• Automotive industry experience preferred
• Familiarity with manufacturing quality systems and product development processes

Responsibilities

• Develops, evaluates, and improves manufacturing processes for machined components by studying product requirements and manufacturing methods
• Leads and supports PFMEA (Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) for current production and new product introductions
• Supports NPI and insourcing initiatives, ensuring timelines are met and processes are production-ready
• Collaborates closely with CNC technicians and programmers to optimize machining processes, tooling strategies, and cycle times
• Partners with maintenance teams on new equipment installation, commissioning, and process readiness
• Identifies and executes cost savings projects through process optimization, tooling improvements, and waste reduction
• Drives process improvements by introducing new technologies, automation, and best practices
• Develops and standardizes processes to improve product quality, repeatability, and capability
• Analyzes workflow, space utilization, and equipment layout to maximize efficiency in the machine shop
• Works with vendors to evaluate and procure tooling, equipment, and materials
• Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and costs to support planning and decision-making
• Applies data analysis and statistical methods to improve process capability and predict manufacturing needs
• Establishes and maintains process documentation, including work instructions and process flows
• Owns Bill of Materials (BOM) creation and maintenance, and routing setup in Oracle to support accurate production planning and execution
• Supports PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) activities including documentation, validation, and submission as required
• Supports troubleshooting of production issues and implements corrective actions
• Ensures compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards
• Manages multiple projects simultaneously (5–10 projects) with clear prioritization and execution

Benefits

• competitive wages
• great benefits
• employee discounts
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Spending and Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Disability and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 401k plan with employer matching.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees