Manufacturing Engineer II (on-site)

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer II
Department: Operations / Engineering
Location: Franklin, WI
Reports To: Engineering Director
Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

About the Role

The Manufacturing Engineer II is responsible for developing, improving, and optimizing manufacturing processes to support safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. This role provides mid‑level engineering expertise, leads continuous improvement initiatives, supports new product introduction, and serves as a technical resource for operations, maintenance, and quality teams.

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Key Responsibilities

Process Engineering & Optimization

• Analyze current manufacturing processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
• Develop, document, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process flow maps.
• Design and optimize tools, fixtures, and equipment used in production.

Technical Support

• Provide day‑to‑day engineering support for production lines, including troubleshooting equipment issues, evaluating nonconformances, and resolving process deviations.
• Partner with Quality to conduct root cause analyses (RCA) and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).

Project & CI Leadership

• Lead or participate in continuous improvement projects using Lean, Six Sigma, or Kaizen methodologies.
• Coordinate trials, tests, and validation activities for new processes, materials, or equipment.
• Collaborate cross‑functionally on cost‑reduction, cycle‑time reduction, and throughput improvement initiatives.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support the introduction of new or updated products into manufacturing by defining process requirements, creating work instructions, and ensuring successful production ramp-up.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure all processes comply with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in risk assessments, PFMEAs, and ergonomics reviews.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field; or equivalent experience in lieu of a degree.
• 5-10 years of experience in a manufacturing engineering role.
• Proven experience improving manufacturing processes and solving complex technical problems.
• Strong knowledge of Lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement tools.
• Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD).
• Ability to analyze data, interpret trends, and communicate technical information effectively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in metal fabrication, welding, brazing, or heat exchanger manufacturing environments.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and blueprint reading.
• Experience with PLC-controlled machinery and equipment troubleshooting.
• Six Sigma Green Belt, Lean certification, or comparable training.
• Familiarity with PFMEA, control plans, and structured problem-solving tools (8D, A3).

Key Competencies

• Strong analytical and critical-thinking skills
• Project management capability
• Excellent communication and collaboration
• Ability to lead teams through influence
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement

Physical Requirements

• Ability to move throughout a manufacturing facility, including standing, walking, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• Ability to wear required PPE (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.).

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to impact production efficiency and shape continuous improvement initiatives
• Collaborative, hands‑on engineering role within a growing industrial manufacturing environment
• Competitive pay and benefits package

Relocation assistance is not available for this position. Candidates must be able to commute or relocate at their own expense.

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