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Manufacturing Engineer

Kaidi•Grand Haven, MI
•Onsite
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About The Position

Do you want to play a key role in starting up a manufacturing plant with brand new equipment? Help improve robust production processes focused on metal fabrication, powder coating, and assembly operations? Increase customer satisfaction by driving high standards of precision and efficiency? Be part of a team where technical expertise, leadership, and problem-solving make a real impact every day? We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer with experience in steel fabrication to join our growing team. In this role you'll support production by optimizing manufacturing processes and ensuring high quality and efficiency in everything we make. You'll be responsible for applying engineering principles and analytical techniques to establish and continuously improve manufacturing processes and products. This will include determining the machines, equipment, tools, and sequence of operations necessary to perform production operations. If you thrive when working closely with design, operations, and quality teams to streamline workflows, reduce waste, and keep our equipment running at peak performance, we want to hear from you. Join us in bringing Grand Haven's newest manufacturing facility to life! Kaidi LLC is a Smart Office division of Kaidi Electrical, and we produce inline actuators and understructure assemblies for height-adjustable desk applications. We are building up our manufacturing capacity in Grand Haven, MI, and you will be on the ground floor, helping shape the company's direction from its earliest stages. You will be surrounded by a team passionate about creating something new and innovative. The pace is fast, the work is meaningful, and every contribution counts. At Kaidi, you're not just filling a role-you're building a vision. If you're excited about seeing tangible results from your work, and you thrive in a dynamic environment where growth is constant, joining Kaidi could be the journey of a lifetime!

Requirements

  • Bachelor's Degree in Manufacturing, Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial Engineering, or a related field
  • 3+ years of relevant experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related field
  • Strong problem-solving skills
  • Understanding of lean tools, principles, and methodology
  • Proficiency in reading and developing electrical, pneumatic, and mechanical schematics/diagrams
  • Must be an analytical thinker with strong interpersonal and teamwork skills who has proven capability in driving results
  • Team player with demonstrated ability to work effectively with individuals at various organizational levels internally and externally
  • Comfortable with change and ambiguity, with the ability to quickly propose solutions given limited guidance
  • Self-directed individual with the ability to handle multiple projects concurrently

Nice To Haves

  • Experience in steel furniture manufacturing is a plus
  • Familiarity with PLCs, conveyors, and robotics
  • Experience with Laser Cutting, Powder Coating, or Finishing
  • Steel furniture manufacturing experience
  • Optical experience a plus
  • Proficiency in Mandarin and English is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Improve manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout
  • Develop manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching testing methods, and conferring with equipment vendors
  • Identify issues and implement solutions for the manufacturing process or equipment
  • Monitor and analyze production metrics to drive continuous improvement and reduce downtime
  • Provide manufacturing decision-making information by calculating production, labor, and material costs
  • Support Production Technicians by assisting them in troubleshooting complex machine and process issues
  • Prepare product and process reports by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing information and trends
  • Work with the quality team to perform root cause analysis and corrective action for quality issues
  • Design or source manufacturing tools, equipment, and fixtures
  • Produce documentation, work instructions, and training materials for shop floor use
  • Maintain product and process databases by writing programs and entering data
  • Coordinate new product introductions with multidisciplinary teams
  • Generate specifications, validation plans, and acceptance criteria for new equipment, materials, and processes
  • Other duties as assigned

Benefits

  • Health insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • IRA with matching

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Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Mid Level

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