Job Description
Lead Manufacturing Engineer
Join a growing manufacturing organization with strong benefits
Lead impactful process improvement projects
About Our Client
My client is a specialized custom manufacturer of highly engineered seals, bearings, and precision components used in demanding applications where performance, reliability, and quality are essential. The organization designs and manufactures advanced polymer and fluoropolymer solutions for industries including aerospace, defense, life sciences, energy, semiconductor, and specialized industrial markets. Known for its engineering expertise and customer-focused approach, the company continues to invest in innovation, technology, and employee development.
Job Description
- Lead process improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost reduction.
- Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for polymer production and related operations.
- Support new product launches by developing manufacturing methods, tooling, and work instructions.
- Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and improve efficiency, yield, and throughput.
- Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
- Lead root cause investigations and continuous improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, SOPs, process flows, and manufacturing specifications.
- Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and operations teams to improve equipment reliability and production performance.
- Evaluate and implement capital equipment, tooling, and automation projects.
- Train and mentor manufacturing personnel on process improvements, best practices, and technical procedures.
The Successful Applicant
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
- 5+ years of manufacturing engineering experience within a manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting polymer, plastics, extrusion, molding, chemical processing, or related manufacturing operations preferred.
- Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience with root cause analysis, statistical process control, and process validation.
- Proficiency with ERP systems, Microsoft Office, and manufacturing data analysis tools.
- Excellent project management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally in a production-focused environment.
- Six Sigma certification.
- Experience with automation, controls, or capital equipment projects.
- Knowledge of DOE, PFMEA, Control Plans, and quality management systems.
- Experience leading cross-functional engineering projects.
- Must be able to work in an ITAR environment
What's on Offer
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Generous PTO and paid holidays.
- Career advancement and leadership growth opportunities.
- Stable and growing manufacturing environment.
Job summary
Sector Engineering & Manufacturing Sub Sector Production, Manufacturing Industry Industrial / Manufacturing Where Hanover Contract Type PermanentNumbers & Facts
| Location | Hanover, PA |
| Job Type | Full-time |
| Industry | Staffing/Employment Agencies |
| Salary | $98,000–$118,000 Per Year |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Website | https://www.michaelpage.ca/ |
About Company
Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.
Our business was established in Canada in 2005 when we opened our Toronto office. Our role is to work with employers and job seekers to facilitate a successful match. This can range from advising a global company on a candidate sourcing strategy to helping a job seeker find their dream job.
In Canada, we focus on recruiting for the following areas:
Banking and financial services
Digital and e-commerce
Engineering and manufacturing
Finance and accounting
Human resources
Information technology
Marketing
Oil and gas
Procurement and supply chain
Property and construction
Sales
An Established Brand
The Group has established a leading presence in many of the key markets for professional recruitment around the world and has positioned itself in certain other markets, which offer the opportunity for future growth. Within its current largest markets, Michael Page has also built a regional presence, including in the UK, France and Australia. Consequently, the Michael Page brand is among the most widely recognized brands in the professional recruitment industry.
A Market Leader
The role of a recruitment consultancy is to act as an intermediary, identifying and sourcing suitably qualified candidates on behalf of its clients. Candidates are recruited either for permanent or contract positions (typically for a fixed term) or on a temporary basis. Within the overall recruitment industry, the market for professional recruitment services is a specialist sector which has developed more recently. Michael Page is widely recognized as leading the development of this market around the world.
Learn the benefits of working with Michael Page yourself. Submit your resume or contact a Michael Page recruitment consultant today.
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