Manufacturing Engineer
About The Position
Ruskin, a business segment of Air Distribution Technologies, Inc. (ADTI), is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support its Lexington, Kentucky manufacturing facility. The role drives operational excellence across manufacturing operations producing HVAC components, including metal fabrication, assembly, and production lines. It supports continuous improvement, product quality, manufacturing innovation, and efficient operations. The Manufacturing Engineer works cross-functionally with Quality, Design Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Product Engineering, and vendors. The position supports new product introductions and design improvements, develops production documentation, analyzes manufacturing data, optimizes processes and layouts, and provides technical support to production teams. It also supports equipment and capital projects, equipment reliability, automation initiatives, and occasional travel to satellite facilities to install, repair, troubleshoot, or improve manufacturing equipment.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 3+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment; sheet metal fabrication, HVAC products, or related industrial manufacturing experience is preferred.
- Demonstrated experience with Design for Manufacturability (DFM).
- Demonstrated experience with PFMEA development.
- Demonstrated experience with time studies and labor analysis.
- Demonstrated experience with manufacturing process optimization.
- Demonstrated experience with capital equipment projects.
- Strong problem-solving abilities using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or related continuous improvement tools.
- Proficiency with AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar CAD software.
- Experience with ERP/MRP systems for engineering changes, BOM management, and production workflows.
- Strong project management, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Ability to prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical documents, professional journals, business correspondence, and governmental regulations.
- Ability to write reports, procedures, and technical documentation.
- Strong presentation and communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in high-volume manufacturing or fast-paced assembly environments.
- Sheet metal manufacturing experience.
- CNC programming experience.
- Familiarity with automation, robotics, CNC equipment, or advanced manufacturing technologies.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 quality management systems and documentation requirements.
- Experience managing capital equipment projects from concept through implementation.
Responsibilities
- Lead process improvement initiatives to increase productivity, reduce waste, and improve product quality across metal fabrication, assembly, and production lines.
- Partner with Quality, Design Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams on new product introductions, engineering changes, and manufacturability enhancements.
- Create, maintain, and improve work instructions, process documentation, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Analyze manufacturing data to identify performance trends, troubleshoot operational issues, and implement corrective actions.
- Support equipment selection, tooling requirements, line layout design, and cell optimization using Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Ensure adherence to applicable safety, quality, and environmental standards for metal fabrication, formed components, and HVAC products.
- Conduct time studies, capacity evaluations, and labor utilization assessments to optimize throughput and resource planning.
- Complete PFMEAs and apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) methods to improve product quality and reduce production complexity.
- Provide technical support and guidance to manufacturing, maintenance, and production teams.
- Develop equipment specifications and support capital improvement projects from planning through implementation.
- Work with maintenance teams to reduce downtime, improve equipment reliability, and increase operational efficiency.
- Collaborate with vendors on the design, procurement, installation, and improvement of production equipment.
- Support new product launches and ongoing product design improvements in partnership with Product Engineering.
- Lead cost reduction, productivity improvement, and continuous improvement initiatives throughout the facility.
- Assist with equipment redesigns, manufacturing automation initiatives, and process optimization projects.
- Travel occasionally to satellite facilities to install, repair, troubleshoot, or improve manufacturing equipment as needed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
