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Manufacturing Engineer metal fabrication
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Job Location:
Elkhart, KS - USA
Monthly Salary:
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Posted:
21 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
12 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
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Job Summary
Manufacturing Engineer Heavy Manufacturing Environment
Were looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys being on the production floor and driving real operational improvements in a fast-paced heavy manufacturing environment.
This role will focus on process optimization Lean Manufacturing initiatives workflow improvements capital projects equipment installations and continuous improvement activities that directly impact safety quality productivity and operational performance.
The ideal candidate will have experience with:
Manufacturing process improvement
AutoCAD / facility layouts
Time studies & workflow analysis
BOMs routings work instructions
PFMEA Control Plans process flow documentation
Lean Manufacturing / Kaizen initiatives
CAPEX & equipment implementation projects
Cross-functional manufacturing leadership
This is a highly visible role with strong production floor involvement and the opportunity to make a direct impact across operations.
If you enjoy solving problems improving manufacturing processes and leading change within a heavy industrial environment wed like to talk.
SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE
The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives within a heavy manufacturing environment. This position is highly hands-on with significant production floor presence focused on improving manufacturing processes optimizing workflow increasing productivity enhancing safety and supporting quality initiatives across the operation. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management process engineering and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead improvement efforts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety quality productivity efficiency and cost reduction
Develop manufacturing layouts utilizing AutoCAD and DWG software
Create and maintain process documentation including BOMs routings work instructions process flow charts control plans and PFMEAs
Conduct time studies workflow analysis and manufacturing process evaluations to improve operational performance
Research and evaluate manufacturing methods materials tooling and equipment to support operational improvements
Provide project management support for capital projects equipment installations and process improvement initiatives
Develop and maintain project timelines schedules and Gantt charts to ensure successful execution of projects
Collaborate closely with Lean Manufacturing teams to implement and sustain continuous improvement activities
Participate in Kaizen and Lean events while ensuring long-term effectiveness and sustainability of implemented improvements
Provide leadership and technical guidance during manufacturing improvement activities and project execution
Interface with equipment manufacturers operations maintenance quality engineering and safety teams to support successful implementation of new processes and equipment
Support major equipment installations commissioning activities and production start-ups
Develop maintenance schedules calibration requirements machine guarding and operating procedures to support safe and reliable operations
Train production and support personnel on new processes equipment and standard work procedures
Work closely with Operations Management to establish and achieve goals related to safety quality delivery and productivity improvements
Support CAPEX justification activities by developing ROI analysis and supporting project documentation
Provide regular updates regarding project status timelines risks and improvement initiatives
Escalate obstacles and seek support as needed to ensure successful project completion
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong hands-on manufacturing engineering experience within a heavy manufacturing or industrial production environment
Experience with Lean Manufacturing process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies
Working knowledge of APQP PFMEA Control Plans and manufacturing process development
Strong project management and organizational skills
Ability to effectively communicate and work cross-functionally with operations maintenance quality engineering and leadership teams
Proficiency with AutoCAD DWG Microsoft Office and manufacturing documentation systems preferred
Strong production floor presence with the ability to drive initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Were looking for a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer who enjoys being on the production floor and driving real operational improvements in a fast-paced heavy manufacturing environment.
This role will focus on process optimization Lean Manufacturing initiatives workflow improvements capital projects equipment installations and continuous improvement activities that directly impact safety quality productivity and operational performance.
The ideal candidate will have experience with:
Manufacturing process improvement
AutoCAD / facility layouts
Time studies & workflow analysis
BOMs routings work instructions
PFMEA Control Plans process flow documentation
Lean Manufacturing / Kaizen initiatives
CAPEX & equipment implementation projects
Cross-functional manufacturing leadership
This is a highly visible role with strong production floor involvement and the opportunity to make a direct impact across operations.
If you enjoy solving problems improving manufacturing processes and leading change within a heavy industrial environment wed like to talk.
SUMMARY / OBJECTIVE
The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement initiatives within a heavy manufacturing environment. This position is highly hands-on with significant production floor presence focused on improving manufacturing processes optimizing workflow increasing productivity enhancing safety and supporting quality initiatives across the operation. The ideal candidate will possess strong project management process engineering and problem-solving skills with the ability to lead improvement efforts in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety quality productivity efficiency and cost reduction
Develop manufacturing layouts utilizing AutoCAD and DWG software
Create and maintain process documentation including BOMs routings work instructions process flow charts control plans and PFMEAs
Conduct time studies workflow analysis and manufacturing process evaluations to improve operational performance
Research and evaluate manufacturing methods materials tooling and equipment to support operational improvements
Provide project management support for capital projects equipment installations and process improvement initiatives
Develop and maintain project timelines schedules and Gantt charts to ensure successful execution of projects
Collaborate closely with Lean Manufacturing teams to implement and sustain continuous improvement activities
Participate in Kaizen and Lean events while ensuring long-term effectiveness and sustainability of implemented improvements
Provide leadership and technical guidance during manufacturing improvement activities and project execution
Interface with equipment manufacturers operations maintenance quality engineering and safety teams to support successful implementation of new processes and equipment
Support major equipment installations commissioning activities and production start-ups
Develop maintenance schedules calibration requirements machine guarding and operating procedures to support safe and reliable operations
Train production and support personnel on new processes equipment and standard work procedures
Work closely with Operations Management to establish and achieve goals related to safety quality delivery and productivity improvements
Support CAPEX justification activities by developing ROI analysis and supporting project documentation
Provide regular updates regarding project status timelines risks and improvement initiatives
Escalate obstacles and seek support as needed to ensure successful project completion
QUALIFICATIONS
Strong hands-on manufacturing engineering experience within a heavy manufacturing or industrial production environment
Experience with Lean Manufacturing process improvement and continuous improvement methodologies
Working knowledge of APQP PFMEA Control Plans and manufacturing process development
Strong project management and organizational skills
Ability to effectively communicate and work cross-functionally with operations maintenance quality engineering and leadership teams
Proficiency with AutoCAD DWG Microsoft Office and manufacturing documentation systems preferred
Strong production floor presence with the ability to drive initiatives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Required Experience:
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