Manufacturing Engineer

Ohio Ordnance Works, Inc. • Chardon, OH

139d • Onsite

About The Position

As a Manufacturing Engineer at OOW, you will drive operational excellence by developing and implementing innovative process improvements across our production facilities. This dynamic role combines hands-on engineering expertise with cross-functional leadership to optimize manufacturing processes, enhance product quality, and maintain the highest safety standards. You will leverage your CAD proficiency and shop floor experience to design solutions, collaborate with production teams, and implement data-driven improvements that directly impact our manufacturing efficiency. This role offers the unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while ensuring our products meet exceptional quality standards.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or 3+ years in a manufacturing technical or engineering role.
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role supporting CNC machining and assembly.
• Extensive CAD background, specifically SolidWorks, with the ability to create and modify models and drawings to support production.
• Extensive knowledge of GD&T
• This position requires use of information or access to hardware subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in firearms manufacturing or a related industry is highly preferred.
• Green Belt Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other process improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing production data to identify bottlenecks
• Designing and refining tooling and equipment
• Providing hands-on technical support to resolve production challenges
• Play a key role in root cause analysis, corrective action planning, and developing rework and repair procedures in line with customer contract requirements.
• Creating and maintaining clear process documentation, including SOPs and work instructions
• Partnering with quality control to ensure every product meets our uncompromising standards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees