Production Controls Engineering

Production Engineer Setting/Hours: 100% In-Office | First Shift
Join trak group in partnering with a growing client in Fairfield Township, Ohio that's expanding its Manufacturing team.
Website Summary Trak group is partnering with an established automotive manufacturing client seeking a Production Engineer to support production operations, improve weld quality, and optimize robotic welding processes. This hands‑on engineering position focuses on reducing scrap, improving equipment efficiency, troubleshooting production issues, and supporting new model launches. The ideal candidate brings experience with robotic programming, CAD software, manufacturing process improvements, and automotive production environments. This opportunity offers the ability to work directly on the production floor, implement engineering solutions, and collaborate with cross‑functional teams to improve quality, productivity, and overall manufacturing performance.
Manufacturing Engineering & Process Improvement

Develop and implement improvements to production weld jigs to reduce scrap and enhance product quality.
Identify and resolve manufacturing process issues through structured problem‑solving techniques.
Utilize 8D, DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, and Pareto Charts to drive continuous improvement.
Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) to achieve production targets.
Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and recommend improvements to quality, efficiency, and equipment performance.
Provide hands‑on engineering support to troubleshoot production challenges.
Robotics & Welding Equipment Support

Create, modify, and reteach robot programs during equipment installations and welding jig consolidations.
Support the installation, testing, and validation of robotic welding cells.
Verify newly installed weld cells meet design specifications and manufacturing process requirements.
Troubleshoot robotic welding equipment and production tooling issues.
Collaborate with Production, Maintenance, and Engineering teams to improve equipment reliability.
Identify opportunities to optimize robotic welding processes and reduce downtime.
Develop and maintain process planning layouts, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) documentation, setup sheets, and technical work instructions.
Utilize CAD software to support manufacturing layouts, tooling modifications, and engineering improvements.
Support manufacturing readiness and process validation for new production programs.
Ensure manufacturing processes align with engineering specifications and customer requirements.
Serve as a technical liaison between customer expectations and manufacturing operations.
Maintain accurate engineering documentation to support production and continuous improvement initiatives.
Manufacturing engineering experience or a relevant engineering background.

• Experience with robotic programming, teaching, and program modifications.
• Experience using CAD software, including exposure to: Autodesk Inventor Autodesk Mechanical CATIA
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes and production equipment.
• Ability to troubleshoot robotic equipment, tooling, and manufacturing process issues.
• Familiarity with continuous improvement and structured problem‑solving methodologies.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
• Ability to collaborate with Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams.
• Ability to provide hands‑on technical support in a manufacturing environment.
• Preferred Bachelor's degree in Engineering;equivalent manufacturing engineering experience will be considered.
• 2+ years of experience in automotive manufacturing.
• Experience with robotic welding systems and weld jig optimization.
• Proficiency with Autodesk Inventor, Autodesk Mechanical, and CATIA.
• Experience utilizing 8D, DMAIC, Root Cause Analysis, and Pareto Charts.
• Knowledge of Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and manufacturing performance metrics.
• Experience supporting new model launches and production trials.
• Familiarity with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and manufacturing process documentation.
• Experience with robotic weld cell installation, commissioning, and validation.
• Background in scrap reduction, quality improvement, and manufacturing efficiency initiatives.