Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Armstrong Fluid Technology • City of Niagara Falls, NY

25d • $95,000 - $120,000

About The Position

As a Senior Manufacturing Engineer, you will optimize production processes, enhance product and process development, ensure product quality, and drive lean manufacturing initiatives. You will lead process improvements, implement new technologies, and collaborate across departments to meet safety, quality, and on-time delivery goals. The role includes overseeing process documentation, conducting value stream analysis, supporting new product introductions, and ensuring smooth transitions between engineering changes and manufacturing.

The position works closely with technical, quality, procurement, and production teams to resolve manufacturing issues and improve processes. Regular shop floor presence is expected.

Requirements

• Engineering degree in Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering.
• 10 years of demonstrated experience in manufacturing technology functions.
• 5 years of fabrication engineering experience.
• 5 years of welding experience.
• 5 years of experience in Lean manufacturing.
• Strong background in large assembly processes, painting, welding, and testing.
• Proficiency in designing fixtures and tooling; experience with SolidWorks.
• Proficiency in CAD software such as AutoCAD or SolidWorks for designing and reviewing assembly drawings, including the ability to design manufacturing jigs and fixtures.
• Familiarity with statistical process control (SPC), root cause analysis, and failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA).
• Strong understanding of process-improvement methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S.
• Experience integrating automation technologies and systems into production environments to improve throughput and quality.
• Experience developing and optimizing process control plans and testing plans.
• Self-directed and able to work autonomously and collaboratively, with a results focus.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proficiency in written and spoken English.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
• Regular shop floor presence is expected.

Nice To Haves

• Manufacturing technology experience in an industrial, automotive, or aerospace manufacturing environment.
• Experience leading Lean promotion.
• Experience in pump assembly or similar industries, such as fluid systems, machinery, or mechanical products.
• Familiarity with the Infor ERP system, preferably LN 10.7.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and optimize manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce cycle times, and eliminate bottlenecks.
• Implement technical improvements and new technologies to improve productivity, product quality, and throughput.
• Develop and apply sustainable manufacturing practices that minimize environmental impact.
• Conduct process reviews, identify control points, and implement corrective actions to support First-Time Quality (FTQ) and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate the transition of completed projects to the shop floor and operations teams.
• Support development of new products and processes in collaboration with manufacturing, technical, and quality teams.
• Create and monitor labor routings, process control plans, and testing plans for new products.
• Participate in Kaizen and other process-improvement initiatives.
• Update labor routings, process controls, and work instructions to improve productivity, quality, and FTQ.
• Build welding capability and knowledge at in-house and supplier sites and continuously improve welding process performance.
• Drive throughput and on-time delivery improvements across manufacturing departments.
• Develop and monitor new-product work cells to optimize workflows and manufacturing performance.
• Plan and conduct value stream analyses to identify effective operation sequences and optimize production flow.
• Support daily triage reporting and provide weekly updates aligned with customer fulfillment and performance goals.
• Review and sign off on engineering drawings in PDM and ensure timely processing of new and revised versions.
• Coordinate productivity improvements for manufactured parts in alignment with drawing changes.
• Participate in weekly Engineering Change Review Board (ECRB) meetings to support project deadlines and goals.
• Contribute to plant safety and quality initiatives, including Job Hazard Analyses (JHAs) and FTQ metrics.
• Collaborate with the Safety Committee to monitor and improve JHA metrics across work cells.
• Implement corrective actions addressing quality and safety concerns based on FTQ metrics and employee feedback.
• Participate in monthly Health & Safety Committee meetings and present actions supporting safety and quality improvement.
• Work with technical, quality, procurement, and production teams to resolve manufacturing issues, optimize processes, and meet product specifications.
• Support procurement in sourcing materials and suppliers that meet quality and cost standards.
• Assist the Quality Department with Corrective Action (CAR) meetings and Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) documentation.
• Drive lean initiatives, including cycle-time measurement, bottleneck identification, 5S, Kaizen, and value stream mapping.
• Lead or participate in continuous-improvement activities to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve efficiency and product quality.
• Promote lean principles across the organization and collaborate with the AFSS team to integrate lean practices into automated systems.

What This Job Offers

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