Manufacturing Engineer

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At Mohawk Industries, we’re committed to more – more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team.

As a Fortune 500, global flooring leader with some of the best-known brands in the industry, Mohawk is a great place to start or develop your career with an emphasis on more of what’s important to you. Whether you want to lead more, innovate more, learn more or create more, you can find your more with Mohawk.

Job Objective: Briefly describe the main purpose of this position.  

The Manufacturing Engineer is an established performer that is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production of high-quality products. This role involves a blend of technical expertise, problem-solving skills, and project management capabilities to improve production methods, reduce costs, and enhance overall operational performance within a manufacturing environment. 

Duties and Responsibilities of the Position: Using brief, bulleted, narrative statements, describe the main tasks and responsibilities that an employee in this position would be expected to manage.  

Develop, assess, and implement techniques and equipment of simple to moderate complexity used in production process to maximize the efficiency of the operations. 

Plan and design systems as assigned that increase productivity by improving the integration of people, materials, systems, equipment, and finance. 

Research, recommend, or may implements changes to work methods, materials, machinery, manpower allocation, and safety measures for project of simple to moderate complexity.  

Develop work standards, schedules, procedures, and performance standards for work applications to improve efficiency and cost reductions using standard company approved standards. Review standards with more senior engineering staff member before implementation.  

Work on cross-functional teams to execute projects related to process improvements, equipment upgrades, and new product launches. 

Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes and workflows to improve efficiency and productivity. 

Identify opportunities to streamline processes, reduce waste, and enhance quality. 

Work on projects and assignments as part of a large work team. 

Perform accurate analyses, conduct research, and draw meaningful conclusions about potential job/work-area impacts. 

Effectively apply functional, process, and procedural or technical knowledge to address business challenges.  

Perform other duties as needed.  

Required Experience and Education: Describe the education, years of experience, and any certifications necessary to complete the duties and responsibilities of this position.  

Bachelor’s degree in a related field. 

2-4 years’ relevant experience OR equivalent combination of education and experience. 

Six-Sigma and/or Lean certifications are desirable. 

Competencies: Describe the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities required for this position in terms of technical, managerial, interpersonal skills and unique abilities. 

Demonstrates strong knowledge of technical, process, and business principles as well as industry practices and standards.  

Excellent communication, problem solving, and organizational skills. 

Able to multitask, prioritize, and manage time effectively. 

High level of integrity and discretion in handling sensitive and confidential data. 

Proficient using Microsoft Office Suite products. 

Other Pertinent Job Information: Travel time, how many people they will manage, the work environment, etc.  

Disclaimer: The information on this description is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. 

Occasional exposure to hazardous conditions caused by noise, moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, and other conditions associated with a high-traffic production floor. 

Must be able to walk long distances and stand for long periods of time. 

Bending, crouching, and stooping may be required.  

Must be able to work in non-climate-controlled facilities.  

The work environment may be a noisy, high traffic manufacturing production floor.  

May be required to work a flexible schedule to include evening and night shifts, weekends, and holidays. 

The ability to wear personal protective gear correctly most of the day. 

The ability to lift 50 pounds regularly. 

Mohawk Industries is a leading global flooring manufacturer that creates products to enhance residential and commercial spaces around the world. Mohawk’s vertically integrated manufacturing and distribution processes provide competitive advantages in the production of carpet, rugs, ceramic tile, laminate, wood, stone and vinyl flooring. Our industry-leading innovation has yielded products and technologies that differentiate our brands in the marketplace and satisfy all remodeling and new construction requirements. Our brands are among the most recognized in the industry and include American Olean, Daltile, Durkan, IVC, Karastan, Marazzi, Mohawk, Mohawk Home, Pergo, and Quick-Step. During the past decade, Mohawk has transformed its business from an American carpet manufacturer into the world’s largest flooring company with operations in Australia, Brazil, Canada, Europe, India, Malaysia, Mexico, New Zealand, Russia and the United States.

Mohawk Industries, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veteran committed to an inclusive workplace and a proud Drugs Don’t Work participant.