Manufacturing Engineer II

Greenheck Group

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Knoxville, TN - USA

profile Monthly Salary: $ 95161 - 117552
Posted on: 3 days ago
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Ready to join a global leader in air movement and ventilation At Greenheck Group joining our team means more than just starting a job its joining an award-winning culture prioritizing your growth and development. Our unwavering commitment in supporting our team members both personally and professionally has earned us national recognition time and time again. As an innovative environmentally responsible manufacturer of commercial HVAC systems Greenheck Group designs and manufactures industry-leading air movement and ventilation solutions through our family of trusted brands. Our products are found in commercial institutional and industrial facilities worldwide from schools and hospitals to factories and stadiums. Since 1947 weve proudly invested in our people and our communities fostering innovation leadership and opportunity at every level. We are more than products we are a team of inspired people doing extraordinary things.

Your Opportunity:

This is a foundational role in launching and shaping a new manufacturing campus. You will play a critical part in designing implementing and scaling manufacturing systems from the ground upestablishing layouts processes training standards and cultural expectations that will define long-term success.

You will optimize factory costs quality and customer service through the development and implementation of scalable manufacturing processes equipment tooling material flow and plant layouts. Beyond technical execution you will embed Lean principles and our continuous improvement culture from day onecoaching and developing team members while building operational capability that lasts.

This role is ideal for a manufacturing engineer who thrives in startup environments embraces ownership and is motivated by expanding leadership impact.

What Youll Be Doing:

  • Support startup execution activities including facility layout development equipment implementation process validation and operational readiness.

  • Lead and implement training initiatives including Manufacturing Training Academy (MTA) support to build technical capability and standard work from day one.

  • Identify specify and justify capital expenditures aligned with scalable Lean manufacturing design.

  • Investigate purchase install and validate tooling and equipment to support both daily operations and long-term growth.

  • Provide hands-on technical support and troubleshooting in a dynamic startup environment.

  • Recognize recommend and implement design and process improvements to enhance manufacturability and throughput in partnership with product design engineering.

  • Design and improve material flow department layout and equipment utilization to drive flow pull and waste elimination.

  • Analyze data and influence key decisions related to staffing capacity planning and operational strategy.

  • Lead and model safety 5S and advanced Lean initiatives; drive problem-solving and continuous improvement efforts.

  • Mentor and develop team members; build technical and Lean capability across the operation.

  • Manage cross-functional startup projects ensuring strong integration between manufacturing engineering finance sales and operations.

  • Support production to achieve quality productivity on-time delivery and operational excellence targets.

  • Ensure alignment with quality management systems and operational standards.

What You Should Have:

  • 3-5 years of manufacturing engineering experience preferably in environments requiring high adaptability and ownership.

  • 2 Year / Associate Degree in engineering or a related field of study or equivalent years of job experience required.

  • 4 Year / Bachelor Degree in engineering preferred.

  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in fast-paced or startup-like environments.

  • Strong working knowledge of Lean principles (flow pull systems standard work problem-solving waste elimination) with the ability to apply them practicallynot just conceptually.

  • Proven ability to influence and communicate effectively across functions and organizational levels.

  • CAD proficiency required.

  • Experience in manufacturing environments with exposure to layout design equipment implementation and process improvement preferred.

  • General fluency in SAP or similar ERP systems preferred.

TRAVEL

Travel is required 10-15% of the time.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

Greenheck Group takes pride in providing competitive pay along with a comprehensive benefits package as part of our total rewards program. The starting base pay range for this position is $95161 - $117552 and may vary based on factors such as job-related knowledge skills experience and best-in-class benefits you can be the best you and together we can be the best in the industry. Visit our Perks & Benefits page for more information on these offerings:

  • Health & Family Support

  • Financial Security

  • Learning & Development

  • Rewards & Recognition

  • Wellbeing & Mental Health

  • Work-Life Balance

  • Fun Perks

SPECIAL NOTATION

The preceding statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people in this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities duties and skills. The Employer retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment such as a computer and phone. Sedentary work. Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift carry push pull or otherwise move objects. Repetitive motion. Substantial motions of the wrists hands and/or fingers. The person is required to have close visual acuity to perform an activity such as: preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Occasional mobility required to attend in-person meetings and complete various office tasks. Work may be performed in companys setting home or hybrid.

EEO STATEMENT

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or veteran status.

ACCOMMODATIONS REQUEST

Greenheck Group complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. To request an accommodation for the application or interview process please email with your name job title posting number and requested accommodation.

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If youre looking for a place to grow while working with happy enthusiastic values-based people youll enjoy your career with us!


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Ready to join a global leader in air movement and ventilation At Greenheck Group joining our team means more than just starting a job its joining an award-winning culture prioritizing your growth and development. Our unwavering commitment in supporting our team members both personally and profession...
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