Sr. Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly

JCB•Pooler, GA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

JCB is seeking a Sr. Manufacturing Engineer responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes, tools, and machines to improve safety, quality, and efficiency in assembly operations. The role works with engineering, production, quality, and maintenance teams to implement new processes and continuously improve existing ones, ensuring safe operations and strong quality, cost, and efficiency outcomes. The position also mentors junior engineers and leads cross-functional improvement projects. The role is based at JCB’s Pooler, Georgia facility and combines office work with occasional work in a manufacturing or factory environment. The environment may involve noise and temperature changes. The employee must be able to work a flexible schedule, including Friday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., and meet the physical demands described in the posting. JCB is a privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment, with more than 80 years of innovation, 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents, and a portfolio of more than 300 products. The company emphasizes long-term innovation, product quality, and customer value.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
10 years of experience in manufacturing and assembly operations.
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and process improvement methodologies.
Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing documentation tools.
Problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience implementing CAPEX projects.
Must pass drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests conducted in accordance with applicable law.
Ability to work in a high-stress environment, work independently, and collaborate across groups.
Ability to understand and troubleshoot system and non-system processes and develop and recommend solutions.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Microsoft Project.
Ability to work a flexible schedule, including Friday through Sunday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Ability to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pounds, frequently move up to 35 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds.
Ability to perform continuous, repetitive physical activities, including grasping or pinching small items, reaching out and up, and turning the wrist.
Ability to keep pace with current production speed and push or pull with reasonable force.
Ability to bend, stoop, climb, kneel, and stand for extended periods.
Ability to work in multiple climates, including hot or cold temperatures and dusty environments.

Nice To Haves

Experience with ERP and MES systems.
Experience with PFMEA or risk assessment tools.
Experience with logistics engineering or material flow optimization activities.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for assembly.
Create and maintain process documentation.
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for process issues and improvements.
Support new product introduction as it relates to manufacturing processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement lean manufacturing principles and drive continuous improvement.
Lead implementation of CAPEX projects.
Provide technical support and training for production personnel.
Optimize material movement using lean principles to eliminate waste and improve flow.
Develop internal logistics and material flow strategies, including container strategy, replenishment methods, route frequency, storage locations, supermarkets, kanban systems, kitting cells, sequencing strategies, and lineside presentation.
Evaluate and implement technologies such as AGVs, AMRs, digital kanban, tugger optimization, and point-of-use storage.
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Mentor junior engineers and lead cross-functional improvement projects.