Manufacturing Engineer III

Manufacturing Engineer III

Salary: Confidential

Location: Manila, Arkansas

Minimum Degree: Bachelors degree in Engineering or a related technical field

Job Description

• Lead process flow, fixture, and tooling design to improve efficiency and product quality
• Design, program, and troubleshoot PLC and controls systems to support automation
• Drive planning efforts, capital projects, and strategic manufacturing initiatives
• Create, modify, and manage CAD models and technical documentation
• Manage engineering change processes (ECNs/ECRs) and apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles
• Lead and support continuous improvement, Lean initiatives, and CI projects
• Evaluate and implement new technologies, equipment, and manufacturing tools
• Provide hands-on engineering support to resolve complex production issues
• Mentor junior engineers and peers, sharing technical expertise and best practices
• Own deliverables, communicate progress clearly, and demonstrate ongoing professional growth

Technical Skills

• Strong manufacturing data analysis skills; able to interpret production trends, metrics, and variances to support process improvement
• Advanced proficiency in PLC design, programming, and troubleshooting for automated manufacturing systems
• Expert-level experience with CAD software, particularly SolidWorks, including complex 3D models, assemblies, and drawings
• Proven ability to lead complex engineering projects from planning through execution with minimal oversight
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams, managing timelines, and aligning projects with business objectives

Communication & Leadership

• Clear, confident communicator across all levels of an organization
• Able to adapt messaging to technical and non-technical audiences
• Provides constructive feedback and facilitates productive collaboration

Why is This a Great Opportunity:

• Competitive base salary with sign-on bonus and relocation assistance for qualified candidates
• Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k) with company match
• Generous paid time off, holidays, parental leave, and community service/volunteer time
• Career development through on-the-job training, tuition reimbursement, and technical certification support
• Strong commitment to employee growth, internal promotion, and transparent communication
• A respectful, inclusive, team-oriented culture where your ideas and contributions matter
• Long-term job security within an established organization that takes pride in its products and people

This is an ideal opportunity for a senior-level manufacturing engineer who wants to lead, mentor, and drive meaningful improvements while continuing to grow technically and professionally.