Manufacturing Engineer

Marmon Holdings•Murphysboro, IL

26d•$60,800 - $91,200

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer develops, implements, and optimizes manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance. The role is central to starting up a new aluminum extrusion production facility, including leading equipment installation, commissioning, process validation, and production launch activities. The engineer works across production, maintenance, quality, engineering, and external suppliers to establish robust manufacturing systems, drive continuous improvement, and support the operation’s growth.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering discipline; an equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience may be considered.
2–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience preferred.
Experience managing capital projects and process improvement initiatives.
Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment.
Proficiency with CAD software and Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to walk production floors and manufacturing areas regularly.
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work around industrial equipment and manufacturing processes.
Ability to wear required personal protective equipment (PPE).

Nice To Haves

Experience with PLC platforms such as Allen-Bradley, Siemens, Mitsubishi, or similar.

Responsibilities

Analyze manufacturing processes to identify opportunities to improve productivity, quality, safety, and costs.
Develop and implement process improvements using Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Establish and maintain manufacturing standards, work instructions, and operating procedures.
Troubleshoot process, equipment, and quality-related issues.
Lead equipment installation, commissioning, and startup activities.
Coordinate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT) for new equipment.
Develop equipment specifications and evaluate vendor proposals.
Manage project timelines, budgets, and contractor activities.
Identify workplace hazards and implement engineering controls.
Ensure equipment and processes comply with applicable safety standards and regulations.
Create and maintain process documentation, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and engineering standards.
Develop and update process flow diagrams, layouts, and production specifications.
Train production and maintenance personnel on new equipment and manufacturing processes.
Maintain accurate engineering records and project documentation.