Manufacturing Engineer

At Essentra, we make it work!

As a global leader in plastic injection molded, vinyl dip molded, and metal components, Essentra provides the critical parts that help customers succeed across a wide range of industries. With more than 65 years of manufacturing excellence and operations around the world, we are committed to innovation, continuous improvement, and delivering exceptional value to our customers. We're looking for a hands-on, solutions-driven Manufacturing Engineer who is passionate about improving processes, solving complex challenges, and driving operational excellence. If you thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoy turning ideas into measurable results, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact.

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will play a key role in improving safety, quality, productivity, and efficiency throughout our manufacturing operations. You will partner closely with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, Tooling, and Project Management teams to implement innovative solutions and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, throughput, and operational efficiency.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, SMED, and data-driven problem-solving methodologies.
• Develop and support tooling, fixtures, equipment, and mechanical components.
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.
• Partner with production teams to standardize processes, work instructions, and visual management systems.