Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

Our client is looking for a Manufacturing Engineer who will play a critical role in optimizing and enhancing manufacturing processes. This position focuses on designing, implementing, and refining production systems to improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness while ensuring compliance with industry standards such as ISO AS9100. The engineer will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including production, quality assurance, and supply chain to drive continuous improvement initiatives using methodologies like Production System and Value Stream Mapping.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes and workflows to improve efficiency and product quality.
• Implement and maintain CNC machining operations, ensuring precision and adherence to specifications.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) principles to support accurate manufacturing and inspection.
• Manage and maintain machine tools and equipment to ensure operational readiness and compliance with ISO AS9100 standards.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective actions.
• Develop documentation and training materials to support manufacturing with the best practices and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor manufacturing operations metrics and report on performance, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and process enhancement

Skills:
• CNC machining processes (milling, turning, multi-axis machining)
• Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and Design for Assembly (DFA)
• CNC process development and optimization
• Cycle time analysis and throughput improvement
• Tooling and fixture design concepts
• CNC programming support (Mastercam or similar CAM systems)

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in manufacturing engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in manufacturing engineering within a production environment.
• Strong knowledge and hands-on experience with CNC machining and machine tools.
• Proficiency in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) standards.
• Familiarity with ISO AS9100 quality management standards and compliance requirements.

Preferred:

• Certification or training in Value Stream Mapping and continuous improvement methodologies a plus
• Strong skills in manufacturing operations management and process automation.
• Experience working in regulated industries or environments requiring strict quality controls.
• Proficiency with manufacturing software tools and data analysis platforms.

Meet Your Recruiter

Randy Brier
Account Manager

Randy brings over 30 years of staffing industry experience, along with a passion for building strong client partnerships and matching talented professionals with the right opportunities. Outside of work, he is an avid Tennessee Volunteers fan and rarely misses the chance to cheer on Vols baseball and football. Above all, Randy is a proud father of three daughters, which keeps life busy, rewarding, and always entertaining.

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