Manufacturing Engineer - 1st shift

Electrolux Group • Kinston, AL

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer drives improvements in safety, quality, efficiency, and cost across manufacturing operations. The role minimizes system failures across hardware, software, human, and process domains while supporting the industrialization of new products and processes. It leads equipment procurement and reliability and maintenance initiatives, and champions continuous improvement using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

This position is based in Kinston, North Carolina. The engineer works on manufacturing process improvements, equipment and capital projects, new product development, factory layouts, reliability strategies, procurement, and maintenance records. The role also supports emergency response and corrective action planning.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in a manufacturing, maintenance, or similar technical role.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and proven troubleshooting and diagnostic skills.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, SPC, OEE, and MTM.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong data analysis, reporting, and technical documentation skills.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to work flexible shifts, including weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with maintenance and reliability tools.
• Familiarity with digital manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives within manufacturing processes.
• Develop technical specifications for equipment in alignment with global standards and guidelines.
• Lead capital expenditure (CapEx) projects and process improvement initiatives.
• Oversee equipment installation and ensure compliance with safety regulations.
• Conduct manufacturability analyses to support new product development projects.
• Support digital manufacturing initiatives, including virtual feasibility assessments.
• Design and execute factory layout projects using Lean manufacturing principles.
• Perform time studies and line balancing, and develop standardized work documentation.
• Contribute to PFMEA, Design for Automation (DFA), and Design for Manufacture (DFM) activities.
• Manage project timelines and budgets for new product introductions and process improvements.
• Prepare capital investment proposals and monitor project expenditures.
• Lead supplier sourcing efforts and conduct equipment evaluations.
• Develop and implement reliability strategies, plans, and procedures.
• Coordinate inventory management and oversee routine procurement of parts and supplies.
• Maintain accurate work-order and maintenance-activity records using CMMS.
• Support emergency response efforts and contribute to corrective action planning.
• Train and mentor others as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Competitive holiday and vacation time off program.
• Retirement Savings Plan (401(k)) with relevant company contribution.
• Discounted products.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) upon hire.
• Tuition reimbursement after 12 months of service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level