Manufacturing Engineer

LHH is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for a Direct Hire, Permanent Placement position with a manufacturing client in Indianapolis, IN. In this position, you will join a well-established engineering team and report to an Engineering Manager who supports innovation and both personal and professional development. You will have the opportunity to work with a variety of manufacturing equipment, lead projects to improve results, implement Lean initiatives, and more. The compensation is commensurate to experience and ranges between $105,000-115,000 per year plus bonus and includes comprehensive medical insurance plans, generous Paid Time Off, and a 401K plan with a company match.

***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.***

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design and refine manufacturing workflows by assessing product specifications, evaluating feasibility, making adjustments, and validating production processes and machinery to achieve optimal outcomes.
  
• Leverage industry expertise in product engineering, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials while working collaboratively with production team members.
  
• Troubleshoot and resolve operational inefficiencies, analyze equipment malfunctions, prepare follow-up reports, and provide technical guidance to shop floor personnel.
  
• Perform root cause investigations to address quality concerns encountered during the manufacturing cycle.
  
• Execute capital investment initiatives and drive continuous improvement efforts across production processes.
  
• Facilitate or lead Kaizen workshops aimed at streamlining operations, applying Lean methodologies, enhancing product quality, and more.
  
• Align with operations and leadership teams to establish a unified approach to daily objectives and communicate progress accordingly.
  
• Partner with maintenance, production, and engineering departments-as well as external vendors-to enhance equipment reliability, service quality, and repair practices.
  
• Track and boost production efficiency by analyzing workflows and optimizing facility layout and equipment utilization.
  
• Develop innovative and practical solutions to overcome complex manufacturing challenges.
  
• Take on additional responsibilities as delegated by the Engineering Manager.
  

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor Degree in Engineering is required
  
• Minimum of 3+ years of hands-on engineering experience within a manufacturing setting is required
  
• Ideal candidates will have experience within a regulated environment such as medical device, aerospace, automotive, food/beverage, food/beverage/pharma packaging, etc .
  
• Must have experience working on the production floor with various types of manufacturing equipment
  
• Must possess strong analytical, trouble-shooting, and problem-solving skills
  
• Must be a highly motivated, self-starter who is able to succeed with little supervision
  
• Must possess excellent interpersonal skills including the ability to effectively work as part of a cross-functional team
  
• ***Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.***
  
  

If you or someone in your network fit this profile and would like to apply for this Manufacturing Engineer position in Indianapolis, IN then please submit your application alongside your resume using the link in this posting.

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• The California Fair Chance Act

• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance

• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers

• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

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Pay Details: $105,000.00 to $115,000.00 per year

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Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.