Mechanical Manufacturing Engineer

Hoshizaki America • Peachtree City, GA

1d • $65,000 - $120,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Manufacturing Engineer plays a critical role in driving operational excellence by developing, optimizing, and sustaining efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing processes. This position partners closely with production, quality, and design engineering teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives and support the successful launch of new products. Through data-driven analysis, project leadership, and hands-on collaboration on the manufacturing floor, this role directly impacts product quality, cost, and on-time delivery.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5–8 years of progressively responsible manufacturing engineering experience
• Strong background in process improvement and operational excellence
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, and fabrication
• CAD and Microsoft Office proficiency
• Proven project management and cross-functional leadership skills
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. Equivalent professional experience will also be considered.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of experience in manufacturing engineering or a similar role within a manufacturing environment.
• Proven track record of successfully implementing process improvements and driving operational excellence.
• Experience with a variety of manufacturing processes listed above is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, tool design, and production principles.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for design and process improvement.
• Ability to read blueprints, drawings, or schematics.
• Experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and statistical analysis tools.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision making.
• Effective communication skills to collaborate across different departments and levels of the organization.
• Project management skills to lead and coordinate process improvement projects effectively.

Nice To Haves

• Plastic tooling experience is a plus

Responsibilities

• Improve manufacturing processes for efficiency, quality, capacity, and safety
• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
• Troubleshoot and resolve production and quality issues cross-functionally
• Support cost analysis, production planning, and labor/material estimates
• Develop manufacturing methods with design engineering for new products
• Lead capital projects from concept through completion (scope, schedule, budget)
• Support equipment selection, justification, and implementation
• Create concept drawings for new or improved equipment
• Conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and risk assessments
• Develop and maintain SOPs, process flows, and work instructions
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

Benefits

• childcare incentives
• affordable medical, dental, and vision insurance
• life, accident, and disability coverage
• a Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• a 401(k) plan with company match
• paid time off and company holidays
• tuition reimbursement and career growth opportunities
• safe, climate-controlled workplaces
• uniforms provided with meal subsidies
• employee discounts and wellness programs

What This Job Offers

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