Manufacturing Engineer

At Whip Mix, innovation isn't just what we do—it's who we are. For over a century, we've been a trusted partner to dental professionals worldwide. From designing and manufacturing cutting-edge digital solutions to tried-and-true lab essentials, we bring craftsmanship, technology, and customer care together in one place.

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We're proud to be a family-owned, Louisville-based companywith a global reach, serving dental labs, universities, and clinicians across more than 80 countries. Our mission? To combine quality and creativity with a service-first mindset that makes a real difference in people's lives. If you're looking to join a team where tradition meets innovation, and where every day brings new opportunities to grow, Whip Mix is the place for you.

What you'll be doing:

• Design prototypes, tooling, fixtures, and production components using SolidWorks
• Improve manufacturing processes to increase efficiency, quality, and productivity
• Partner with Production, Quality, Purchasing, Customer Service, and Sales to solve real-world manufacturing challenges
• Conduct process validations, analyze results, and recommend improvements
• Create and maintain engineering drawings, Bills of Materials (BOMs), and manufacturing routings within our ERP system
• Support new product introductions from concept through production
• Investigate production issues and develop practical, long-term solutions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that make a measurable impact across the organization

What you'll bring to the table:

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• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field
• Approximately 3+ years of manufacturing engineering experience (or equivalent combination of education and experience)
• Experience with SolidWorks or similar 3D CAD software
• Working knowledge of GD&T
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems, BOMs, and manufacturing routings
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing principles and quality systems such as ISO 13485 and GMP is a plus
• Strong communication and project management skills