Manufacturing Engineer

The Jor-mac Company Inc • Oshkosh, WI

21d • $70,000 - $80,000

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer optimizes and enhances manufacturing processes to support efficient production and high-quality output. The role designs, implements, and refines manufacturing systems, including CNC programming and machining operations, for new product introductions and ongoing production demands. Working with cross-functional teams, the engineer develops process layouts, improves injection molding techniques, and applies statistical process control methods to maintain consistent product standards. The position drives continuous improvement initiatives to reduce costs, increase throughput, and minimize waste while aligning manufacturing operations with business goals and customer requirements and maintaining safety and quality compliance.

The Jor-Mac Company is a contract manufacturer of metal fabrications and assemblies, serving OEMs with on-time, high-quality, cost-competitive products. The company describes itself as established in 1952, ISO 9001:2015 certified and ISO 14001:2004 compliant, with a skilled non-union workforce, an integrated ERP system, and a focus on lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience with CNC programming and operation in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, including machining and injection molding.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC) and quality management systems.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with new product introduction (NPI) processes in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Proficiency in CAD/CAM software and manufacturing simulation tools.
• Certification in Six Sigma or similar quality improvement programs.
• Experience working in a regulated manufacturing environment such as aerospace or medical devices.

Responsibilities

• Develop, program, and optimize CNC machining processes to improve production efficiency and product quality.
• Design and implement manufacturing process plans and layouts that support new product introductions and existing production lines.
• Collaborate with product development and quality teams to troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions.
• Apply statistical process control techniques to monitor and control manufacturing processes and ensure consistent quality output.
• Manage and improve injection molding operations, including tooling design and process parameter optimization.
• Conduct time studies and capacity analysis to identify bottlenecks and recommend process improvements.
• Document manufacturing procedures, work instructions, and process changes to maintain compliance and support knowledge sharing.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing production data and implementing lean manufacturing principles.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time