Manufacturing Engineer - metal fabrication

Razorjack Recruiting•Elkhart, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys being on the production floor and driving real operational improvements in a fast-paced heavy manufacturing environment. This role will focus on process optimization, Lean Manufacturing initiatives, workflow improvements, capital projects, equipment installations, and continuous improvement activities that directly impact safety, quality, productivity, and operational performance. This is a highly visible role with strong production floor involvement and the opportunity to make a direct impact across operations. If you enjoy solving problems, improving manufacturing processes, and leading change within a heavy industrial environment, we’d like to talk. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives within a heavy manufacturing environment. This position is highly hands-on with significant production floor presence, focused on improving manufacturing processes, optimizing workflow, increasing productivity, enhancing safety, and supporting quality initiatives across the operation. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management, process engineering, and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead improvement efforts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Strong hands-on manufacturing engineering experience within a heavy manufacturing or industrial production environment
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, process improvement, and continuous improvement methodologies
Working knowledge of APQP, PFMEA, Control Plans, and manufacturing process development
Strong project management and organizational skills
Ability to effectively communicate and work cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, quality, engineering, and leadership teams
Proficiency with AutoCAD, DWG, Microsoft Office, and manufacturing documentation systems preferred
Strong production floor presence with the ability to drive initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Responsibilities

Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, productivity, efficiency, and cost reduction
Develop manufacturing layouts utilizing AutoCAD and DWG software
Create and maintain process documentation including BOMs, routings, work instructions, process flow charts, control plans, and PFMEAs
Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and manufacturing process evaluations to improve operational performance
Research and evaluate manufacturing methods, materials, tooling, and equipment to support operational improvements
Provide project management support for capital projects, equipment installations, and process improvement initiatives
Develop and maintain project timelines, schedules, and Gantt charts to ensure successful execution of projects
Collaborate closely with Lean Manufacturing teams to implement and sustain continuous improvement activities
Participate in Kaizen and Lean events while ensuring long-term effectiveness and sustainability of implemented improvements
Provide leadership and technical guidance during manufacturing improvement activities and project execution
Interface with equipment manufacturers, operations, maintenance, quality, engineering, and safety teams to support successful implementation of new processes and equipment
Support major equipment installations, commissioning activities, and production start-ups
Develop maintenance schedules, calibration requirements, machine guarding, and operating procedures to support safe and reliable operations
Train production and support personnel on new processes, equipment, and standard work procedures
Work closely with Operations Management to establish and achieve goals related to safety, quality, delivery, and productivity improvements
Support CAPEX justification activities by developing ROI analysis and supporting project documentation
Provide regular updates regarding project status, timelines, risks, and improvement initiatives
Escalate obstacles and seek support as needed to ensure successful project completion