Manufacturing Engineer

About the Role We are seeking a hands‑on Manufacturing Engineer to join a precision metal machine shop. This role is ideal for someone with strong machining knowledge who understands how parts are made, how jobs move through a shop, and how to support efficient, high‑quality production. A formal engineering degree is not required , though candidates with a degree will be considered. We are primarily looking for practical manufacturing experience, strong problem‑solving skills, and the ability to work closely with machinists, programmers, purchasing, quality, and shop leadership. Key Responsibilities - Manufacturing Engineer - Machine Shop Develop, review, and maintain manufacturing routings for precision machined components Plan job sequences, work centers, outside services, and production requirements Support quoting, job planning, and process development for new and repeat work Manage tooling requirements, including tool selection, setup needs, ordering, and inventory coordination Identify material requirements and coordinate material ordering with purchasing or shop leadership Work within the company’s ERP system to create, update, and maintain accurate job information Use JobBOSS or similar ERP software to manage routings, bills of material, job travelers, and production data Assist with fixture planning, fixture design concepts, and workholding improvements Support machinists and programmers with process improvements, setup reduction, tooling issues, and manufacturing challenges Review drawings, specifications, tolerances, and customer requirements to ensure jobs are planned correctly Help improve shop efficiency, quality, repeatability, and on-time delivery Troubleshoot manufacturing problems and recommend practical solutions Collaborate with quality to address nonconformances, corrective actions, and process improvements Maintain organized and accurate documentation for jobs, processes, tools, and materials Qualifications - Manufacturing Engineer - Machine Shop Machining experience in a precision metal machine shop strongly preferred Strong understanding of CNC machining, tooling, workholding, setups, and manufacturing processes Experience planning manufacturing routings and job sequences ERP system experience required; JobBOSS experience strongly preferred Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, tolerances, and specifications Experience with fixture design, fixture planning, or workholding concepts preferred Knowledge of material requirements, material ordering, and outside processing is a plus Strong organizational, communication, and problem‑solving skills Ability to work effectively with machinists, programmers, purchasing, quality, and management Engineering degree preferred but not required; equivalent hands‑on manufacturing experience will be strongly considered Schedule - Manufacturing Engineer - Machine Shop This position follows a 4-10 schedule: Monday through Thursday, 6:00 AM to 4:30 PM. Benefits - Manufacturing Engineer - Machine Shop Health insurance 401(k) with a 4% company match Paid time off Holiday pay Life insurance Bonus potential Ideal Candidate - Manufacturing Engineer - Machine Shop The ideal candidate is a practical, shop‑floor‑oriented manufacturing professional who understands machining, can plan jobs accurately, and is comfortable working in an ERP system. This person should be able to bridge the gap between engineering, purchasing, programming, and production while helping ensure that jobs are properly routed, tooled, documented, and ready for successful manufacturing. #J-18808-Ljbffr JARBO