Manufacturing Engineer II

At JBT Marel what we do matters we know that the contribution of our employees leads to the success of our business.

Our purpose is to transform the future of food; this guides our vision of being the global leader in food and beverage technology by harnessing the full power of JBT Marel to partner with our customers and pioneer sustainable innovation.

Our values show who we are at our best. As we Create with Collaboration Serve with Integrity Grow with Excellence and Advance with Innovation.

The Manufacturing Engineer II is a proactive hands on role responsible for sustaining improving and independently driving manufacturing performance within the Kingston NY division of JBT Marel. As a core contributor to the Relentless Continuous Improvement (RCI) team this role is responsible for leading technical initiatives integrating cross functional stakeholders and executing process cost and productivity improvements with minimal oversight. The ideal candidate is a skillful negotiator and demonstrates strong problem solving skills with the ability to pivot quickly in a dynamic manufacturing environment. They also possess the judgment to deliver practical cost effective solutions that support sustainable growth.

As our Manufacturing Engineer you will report to the Manager RCI.

On a given day you may:

• Translate product engineering designs into productionready manufacturing processes by developing fixtures SOPs BOMs and routings; managing ECNs/ECRs; and maintaining optimized router times within the MRP system. Provide diagnostic/troubleshooting support for operations.
• Integrate new product lines into the Kingston facility introducing new manufacturing processes and adapting engineering BOMs to align with sitespecific production capabilities
• Use lean tools (5-Why A3 VAVE DFM) to lead basic cross functional problem-solving exercises. Drive results into operational improvements including cost reductions waste reduction (JDIs) facility layout/flow/5S optimization to reduce material labor and overhead costs
• Drive implementation of mini CAPEX projects ( $75K) ensuring delivery on scope cost timeline and operational performance
• Perform incoming inspection of completed manufacturing and outsourced vendor components in absence of QC resource.
• Support purchasing in the selection process for outside vendors of fabricated components.

Requirements for the role

• BS in Engineering/Technology and 58 years of relevant manufacturing experience.
• Proficient in SolidWorks or similar CAD tools with applied knowledge of GD&T and handson use of inspection equipment (calipers micrometers height gages).
• Demonstrated capability in datadriven problem solving including application of lean tools (5Why root cause waste/cost reduction initiatives).
• Selfdirected and organized with sound decisionmaking. Proficient in Microsoft tools (Excel Teams).
• Familiarity with part/assembly cost estimating and job routing/operations development
• Work experience in manufacturing environment including metal fabrication and assembly
• Previous experience utilizing Power BI or similar data extraction equivalent
• Previous experience utilizing Syteline 9 ERP System or Infor products
• You must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future.

Travel & Location

• This position is onsite and we ask that you travel approximately 10% of the time.

The estimated annual salary range for this role is $80000 - $105000 - annually. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Starting salary will vary by location qualifications and prior experience.

• We are committed to our employees and will provide you with development and opportunities to allow you to be the best version of yourself at work at home and in your community.
• We foster a genuine inclusive team culture enjoying collaborative working across our global teams to deliver world-class projects.
• We encourage development - ensuring new experiences and challenges at JBT Marel to feed your growth!
• Benefits: JBT Marel offers benefits on day 1 of your employment. Including: Medical Dental life insurance short-term and long-term disability family leave vision coverage and a matched 401(k) plan.

Commitment to Diversity: Diversity Equity Inclusion and Belonging is a fundamental value to JBT Marel and critical to our future success. A thoughtful focused and sustained effort to work towards our DEIB goals is not just a principled choice but also a business imperative.

Equal Opportunity Employment:

JBT Marel provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and qualified applicants for employment. We will not tolerate any form of discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race color religion national origin sex sexual orientation gender identity age disability veteran status citizenship or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal state or local laws. At JBT Marel we apply this policy to all our employment practices including recruiting hiring placement promotion termination layoff recall transfer leaves of absence compensation benefits and training. We make hiring decisions based solely on qualifications merit and business needs at the time. JBT Marel will reasonably accommodate applicants who need adjustments to participate in the application or interview process. If you require assistance or accommodation during the application process please contact JBT Marel at .