Manufacturing Engineer I - Factory Engineering

Manufacturing Engineer I – Factory Engineering
Location: Davenport, Iowa (Onsite)
Pay: $40 - $42/Per Hour
Shift: 1st Shift (Generally 6:00 AM – 2:30 PM)
Employment Type: 12-Month Contract
Schedule: Overtime and weekend work may be required based on business needs.

Overview

A leading manufacturing organization is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer I to support daily assembly operations and production activities. This is an excellent opportunity for recent engineering graduates and early-career engineers looking to gain hands-on manufacturing experience in a fast-paced production environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on support to assembly and production operations to maintain workflow and minimize downtime.
• Troubleshoot manufacturing, quality, tooling, and material-related issues on the shop floor.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, and productivity.
• Create and manage work orders and assist with basic fixture and tooling design.
• Utilize systems such as SAP, Microsoft Office, and manufacturing planning tools to support production operations.
• Collaborate with production, quality, maintenance, and engineering teams to identify and implement process improvements.
• Analyze production challenges and develop effective solutions to improve efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred.
• Recent engineering graduates and entry-level engineers are encouraged to apply.
• Relevant manufacturing or production experience will also be considered.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes and production operations.
• Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities.
• Comfortable working in a hands-on manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills

• Manufacturing engineering experience or internship exposure.
• Experience supporting assembly operations.
• Continuous improvement mindset.
• Familiarity with SAP and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities.
• Self-motivated with a desire to learn and grow within manufacturing engineering.

Working Conditions

• Frequent standing and walking throughout the shift.
• Work performed in a production/manufacturing environment.
• Metatarsal footwear required.
• All other required PPE will be provided.

Ideal Candidate

We're looking for a motivated self-starter who enjoys solving problems on the manufacturing floor, working directly with production teams, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers valuable experience for engineers seeking to build a strong foundation in manufacturing operations and process improvement.

Note: Visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future for this position.

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