Manufacturing Engineer

Laars Heating Systems Company•Rochester, NH

25d•Onsite

About The Position

Laars Heating Systems is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer based in Rochester, New Hampshire. The role evaluates requirements, makes recommendations, and manages projects related to Lean initiatives, safety, quality, productivity improvement, scrap reduction, and new equipment procurement. The Manufacturing Engineer develops and implements manufacturing processes and technologies, supports new product launches and production operations, and works across departments to improve process performance and deliver quality products.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or another related technical field.
5–10 years of experience in a fast-paced, customer-focused manufacturing environment.
Knowledge of engineering and manufacturing practices and processes, including Lean Manufacturing and techniques.
Ability to read prints and understand geometric dimensions and tolerances.
Proficiency with standard business software such as Word, Excel, and Microsoft Outlook, and with Solidworks.
Experience leading Kaizen initiatives.
Strong continuous-improvement and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and present complex technical information.
Self-motivated and detail-oriented, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Ability to lead teams without direct authority.

Responsibilities

Develop and implement manufacturing processes and technologies that support strategic objectives.
Manage updates and modifications to existing manufacturing processes to support new product launches, including reviewing part prints and designs for manufacturability.
Create cost comparisons and return-on-investment calculations to assist with supplier selection.
Serve as a subject matter expert for interdepartmental projects and initiatives.
Create standardized processes and documentation to support quality, cost-effectiveness, and efficiency.
Partner with Quality to develop control plans and quality checks, including required quality inspector checks.
Train and support production personnel in troubleshooting techniques and equipment operation.
Develop and maintain process documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEAs, and Process Control Plans.
Generate reports and present data on process performance and improvement initiatives.
Collaborate with design engineering, production, quality control, and other departments to resolve process-related issues and support smooth production operations.
Support day-to-day operations and help teams meet KPIs through standardization across production lines.
Lead Root Cause Failure Analysis efforts and ensure robust corrective actions are implemented.
Coordinate with maintenance, production, and engineering on major equipment changes.