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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer

Top Gun Staffing


Job Location:

Lawrenceburg, TN - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 30 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Application Deadline: 28 August 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy
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Job Summary

Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Manufacturing Engineer to support and improve manufacturing operations through process optimization automation integration robotics support and continuous improvement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in manufacturing environments some working knowledge of PLC-controlled systems. This role is responsible for improving production efficiency supporting equipment launches troubleshooting manufacturing issues and driving operational excellence across the facilityKey Responsibilities

  • Develop improve and maintain manufacturing processes for automotive production operations.

  • Support installation startup and optimization of automated production equipment and assembly systems.

  • Troubleshoot and improve PLC-controlled manufacturing systems and automated machinery.

  • Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety quality productivity scrap reduction and downtime reduction.

  • Analyze workflow production methods labor utilization and equipment performance to improve manufacturing efficiency.

  • Coordinate equipment launches process validations and engineering change implementations.

  • Support preventive maintenance and root cause analysis activities for equipment failures and production interruptions.

  • Work closely with maintenance quality production and tooling teams to resolve manufacturing issues.

  • Develop and maintain process documentation including work instructions PFMEAs control plans and process flow diagrams.

  • Ensure compliance with customer specifications ISO/IATF standards and safety regulations.

  • Assist with capital equipment projects line balancing and plant layout improvements.

  • Support APQP activities and production readiness for new product launches.

  • Train production and maintenance personnel on manufacturing equipment and automated systems.

Qualifications

  • Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Electrical Engineering Industrial Engineering or related field preferred.

  • Will highly consider experience without a degree.

  • 5 years of manufacturing engineering experience in an automotive manufacturing environment.

  • Some knowledge of PLC manufacturing systems.
  • Strong understanding of lean manufacturing continuous improvement and root cause analysis methodologies.

  • Experience with automotive quality systems including IATF 16949 PFMEA APQP and control plans.
  • Excellent problem-solving communication and project management skills.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and support multiple projects simultaneously.

Preferred Skills

  • Understanding of PLC servo systems sensors pneumatics and industrial controls.

  • Knowledge of cycle time reduction and OEE improvement strategies.

  • Experience supporting high-volume automotive production lines.

  • Proficiency with AutoCAD SolidWorks or manufacturing software systems.

Work Environment

  • Manufacturing plant environment with exposure to automated equipment robotics and production machinery.

  • Occasional overtime and weekend support may be required during equipment launches or production issues.


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Shane Hutcheson

Senior Talent & Client Manager

North America USA

Experience:

Senior IC