Manufacturing Process Engineer I

Rockline Industries & Iatric Manufacturing•Morristown, TN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Iatric, a privately held leader in FDA regulated OTC medical wet wipes and consumer packaged goods, the company thrives on change, moves fast, and pushes boundaries, priding itself on innovation, agility, and teamwork. This Manufacturing Process Engineer I role is a hands-on position primarily on the plant floor, focused on solving puzzles and driving automation. The successful candidate will provide engineering and continuous improvement support for current and future manufacturing processes, working closely with operating teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and innovate. This is not a desk job, with the majority of time spent on the plant floor. The role involves supporting safe, compliant operations, developing expertise in manufacturing equipment and processes, and providing technical support for mechanical design, equipment reliability, and process development. It also includes leading or participating in projects involving equipment modifications, installations, and automation initiatives, analyzing production data for efficiency and waste reduction, supporting new product commercialization, and collaborating with purchasing on equipment specifications and cost-saving opportunities. The company values innovation, agility, teamwork, and excellence, and offers a supportive environment for engineers eager to learn and grow, including mentorship opportunities.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent plus 2 years process/mechanical/electrical engineering.
OR 6+ years of relevant experience without a degree.
Proficiency in AutoCAD 2D.
Proficiency in MS Office tools.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment.
Familiarity with SPC, process capability, and data-driven problem solving.

Nice To Haves

AutoCAD 3D/Inventor a plus

Responsibilities

Provide engineering and continuous improvement support for current and future manufacturing processes.
Work closely with operating teams to troubleshoot, optimize, and innovate.
Support safe, compliant operations while driving process improvements.
Develop expertise in manufacturing equipment and processes to meet customer and business needs.
Provide hands-on technical support for mechanical design, equipment reliability, and process development.
Lead or participate in projects involving equipment modifications, installations, and automation initiatives.
Analyze production data to identify opportunities for efficiency and waste reduction.
Support commercialization of new products and processes.
Collaborate with purchasing on equipment specifications and cost-saving opportunities.