Manufacturing Engineer

Trek•Waterloo, WI

23d•Onsite

About The Position

A bit about us Trek is an awesome place to work, with amazing benefits for all employees. We build only products we love, provide incredible hospitality to our customers, and change the world by getting more people on bikes. When you’re on our team, you’re taken care of, encouraged to learn and grow, and given lots of opportunities to do so. Give us your best, and we’ll give it right back. Sound pretty sweet? Then come join us! Job Description Job Summary: The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for analyzing, designing, and optimizing production systems to improve efficiency, reduce waste, enhance quality, and ensure safe, cost-effective operations. The Manufacturing Engineer works cross functionally with production, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams to support continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in industrial engineering, mechanical engineering or related field.
Proficiency with Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
Experience in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, OnShape, AutoCAD).
Ability to collect, analyze, and interpret large data sets.
Strong communication skills with the ability to lead teams and influence change.
Experience in a manufacturing environment, supporting both hourly and salaried personnel.

Nice To Haves

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt (optional but beneficial).

Responsibilities

Process Optimization Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for improvement in cycle time, quality, and cost.
Implement lean manufacturing principles and lead continuous improvement initiatives.
Project Management Lead manufacturing department projects from concept through implementation, including budgeting, scheduling, and vendor coordination.
Support new product launches with tooling readiness and validation.
Tooling Design & Development Design and specify manufacturing tooling, fixtures, and equipment for new and existing products.
Collaborate with design, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure that tooling meets performance and safety standards.
Technical Support Provide hands-on support to production teams for troubleshooting manufacturing tooling and equipment issues.
Train operators and maintenance personnel on proper use and care of manufacturing tooling.
Quality & Compliance Ensure tooling and processes comply with internal quality standards and external regulations (e.g., OSHA, EPA).
Conduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for manufacturing-related defects.