Senior Product Specialist - Manufacturing Engineering

Sr. Product Specialist - Assembly

Company Profile

80 years and countless innovations later, JCB is the world's largest privately-owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. At 22 plants spanning four continents-and countries including the United States, the United Kingdom, India and Brazil-JCB manufactures a range of more than 300 products including Loadall telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, Access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and Fastrac tractors.


JCB people are at the heart of our business and as a family-owned business we answer to our customers, not a group of shareholders. That freedom allows us to concentrate on developing the latest technologies and incorporating them into our equipment. We focus on what our customer needs on the jobsite - a machine that holds up in the toughest environment and increases their productivity.


At JCB, we stand behind our products - and our name.


Position Purpose

The Sr. Product Specialist - Assembly is responsible for supporting product quality, manufacturability, and continuous improvement throughout the production lifecycle. This role serves as the key liaison between engineering, production, quality, and operations to ensure products meet design intent and operational requirements. The specialist will analyze defects, drive root cause investigations, support process improvements, manage product introductions and implement solutions to reduce defects.

Position Type

Full Time, Non-Exempt


Location

Pooler, Georgia


Benefits and Other Compensation

JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.


Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities

• Act as the manufacturing engineering point of contact for assigned products and processes
• Collaborate closely with Design Engineering to understand product design intent and functional requirements
• Provide design feedback and recommend changes to improve manufacturability, reduce defects, and optimize production efficiency
• Support cross functional teams with understanding and maintaining design intent
• Support manufacturing engineering team members with training of the product at a component level
• Lead and maintain the change management process for product introductions (PI's)
• Write, revise, and maintain clear and accurate SOPs and work instructions for assembly processes.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to enhance assembly efficiency, quality, and ergonomics.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action (CAPA) activities.
• Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Maintain accurate records of process changes, equipment maintenance, and training activities.
• Support additional manufacturing tasks as needed to meet production goals

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate degree or technical certification in Manufacturing, Engineering Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 1-3 years of experience in an assembly or manufacturing environment.
• Strong technical writing skills with experience creating SOPs or technical documentation.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping).
• Ability to read and interpret assembly drawings, schematics, and technical documents.
• Proficiency with basic hand tools, measurement instruments, and diagnostic equipment.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Basic computer proficiency (e.g., MS Office, document management systems).

Job Conditions

• Both office environment and occasionally manufacturing/factory environment.
• Subject to noise and temperature changes.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to:

• Must be able to work flexible schedule, including Friday - Sunday 6am -6pm
• Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10lbs, frequently and/or move up to 35lbs, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50lbs.
• Must be able to perform continuous, repetitious physical activities. These activities may involve fine movements or large motions.
• Must be able to grasp/pinch small items, reach out and up, and turn wrist.
• Must be capable of keeping pace with current production speed.
• Must be able to push/pull with reasonable force.
• Must be able to perform the following requirements of bending, stooping, climbing, kneeling, and standing for extended periods of time.
• Must be able to work in multiple climates including hot/cold temperatures, and dusty environment.

Equal Opportunity Employer

JCB is an equal employment opportunity (EEO) employer in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. JCB complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment at every location where the company has facilities. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability statute, or any other characteristic protected under federal, state, and local laws.


EEO EMPLOYER/VET/DISABLED.

JCB Inc. is not currently hiring individuals for this position who now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status; however, as a global company, JCB offers many job opportunities outside of the U.S., which can be found through our website at