Manufacturing Engineer

Harvey Performance Company • Gorham, ME

15d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer role is responsible for implementing and continuously improving standardized manufacturing processes using data-driven analysis to enhance efficiency, stability, and throughput. This position supports new machine setups, leads root-cause investigations, and drives corrective and preventive actions to reduce defects and production variability. The individual contributes to floor-support and collaborates closely with cross-functional teams, supports training needs, and contributes to cost-reduction initiatives and process optimization across the operation.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical experience required.
• 3-7 years of manufacturing and engineering experience required
• Demonstrated knowledge of: Manufacturing process development, documentation and improvement Engineering contributions to equipment efficiency and reliability Advanced project coordination and execution
• Problem solver with demonstrated root cause analysis techniques.
• Professional, respectful communication and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

• Practice in structured problem solving methodologies (i.e. DMAIC) desired.
• Working knowledge of CAD software (AutoCAD or SolidWorks).
• Understanding of Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems.

Responsibilities

• Work to improve and implement standardized manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce variability and improve data integrity.
• Apply lean principles and automation tools to increase process stability and throughput.
• Support installation and the setup of new machines and equipment.
• Develop and execute inspection plans; conducts root-cause analysis for tool and process defects; recommend and verify corrective actions.
• Maintain and update work instructions and reference documentation as processes evolve.
• Troubleshoot mild to moderately complex manufacturing issues including wheel wear, burr formation, chatter, equipment errors, and data inconsistencies.
• Analyze scrap rates provided by quality to identify trends and create solutions that support continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Quality and Operations, to resolve bottlenecks and address product inconsistencies.
• Support training for operators and team members within the assigned area of responsibility.
• Provide technical guidance to engineers and operators while engaging senior staff for advanced programming or operational support.
• Review opportunities and recommend changes to improve efficiency, including tooling selection, process sequences, and sourcing strategies.
• Execute cost-savings and process-improvement initiatives aligned with organizational goals.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A fun, rapid-growing environment where new opportunities are regularly made available.
• Opportunities for training and development, including tuition reimbursement.
• A comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, paid holidays, health, dental, vision insurance, employee equity program, and a 401k match program, along with profit sharing.
• Newly built 79,000 Sq Ft. state of the art manufacturing facility.
• A fun, rapid-growing environment where new opportunities are regularly made available.
• Exceptional Employee Referral Program.
• Relocation Assistance provided for candidates who are not local to the area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees