Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Liberty Tire Recycling•Atlanta, GA

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About The Position

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for leading the development, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes, equipment, and systems. This role serves as a technical leader within the organization, driving initiatives that improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance while supporting business growth objectives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineering leader with extensive manufacturing experience, strong project management capabilities, and a proven track record of implementing sustainable process improvements in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Requirements

Must be hands-on, self-directed, organized, and conscientious individual
Proficient in project management with strong time management skills in a dynamic environment
Strong quality-orientation with attention to detail and desire to deliver service excellence
Strong interpersonal skills to work well with others in a proactive, positive, constructive manner
Strong communication skills for effective interaction from floor operator to executive management
Ability to work within labor intensive production environments
Strong analytical skills and ability to use computer software to support them
Possess an entrepreneurial spirit and continuously innovate to achieve great results
Experience with conveyance, automation, robotics, PLCs, and Industry 4.0 technologies.
Knowledge of CAD software such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar platforms.
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or a related technical field preferred or equivalent combination of education and related experience required.
10+ years of operations and engineering experience in manufacturing environment
Extensive experience with process improvement tools and technologies required
Knowledge and hands on experience with heavy duty processing equipment and conveyance
Significant experience in labor intensive production environments

Nice To Haves

Prefer someone with experience in industries such as product recycling, waste processing, mining or other industries involved with heavy duty equipment
Experience with material flow/sizing (waste processing, mining production) preferred

Responsibilities

Lead continuous improvement initiatives that improve productivity, yield, quality, and overall operational performance.
Analyze manufacturing processes and identify opportunities to eliminate waste, reduce downtime, and improve throughput.
Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to support decision-making and operational improvements.
Support new manufacturing process development.
Evaluate manufacturing readiness and capacity requirements.
Ensure adherence to all environmental, health, and safety standards
Provide technical leadership and engineering support to manufacturing operations.
Mentor and develop site leadership and production personnel.
Lead root-cause investigations and implement corrective and preventive actions.
Develop engineering standards, best practices, and process documentation.
Lead capital and equipment improvement projects from concept through implementation.
Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and ROI analyses.
Coordinate equipment purchases, installation, commissioning, and validation activities.
Collaborate with suppliers, contractors, and cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.