Manufacturing Engineer

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Manufacturing Engineer to support daily manufacturing operations and drive process improvements within our team. This role involves monitoring process performance, implementing safety and efficiency enhancements, and championing continuous improvement initiatives. Responsibilities Support daily manufacturing operations by monitoring process performance and responding to process issues.

Develop, document, and maintain work instructions, process flows, routings, and standard work. Analyze production data to identify process improvement opportunities. Implement process changes to improve safety, quality, efficiency, and throughput. Assist with new product or process introductions, including process setup and trials. Drive and actively participate in continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and related methodologies.

Lead root cause analysis efforts and implement corrective and preventive actions. Identify and eliminate waste, reduce scrap, and minimize labor inefficiencies. Champion kaizen events and monitor improvement metrics. Conduct operator training sessions and update documentation to sustain process improvements. Lead capital project initiatives, overseeing equipment selection, justification, installation, and startup.

Develop and support capital requests with ROI analyses and technical specifications. Coordinate cross-functional collaboration for seamless equipment installation and commissioning. Support process validation, capability studies, and acceptance testing for new or modified equipment. Maintain and update documentation following capital project implementation. Ensure alignment with internal quality systems and customer requirements.

Assist with non-conformance investigations and implement corrective actions. Integrate safety, ergonomics, and risk mitigation strategies into process design. Support internal audits and documentation reviews. Champion a culture of quality, safety, and continuous improvement throughout the shop floor. Essential Skills Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical, or related field) required.

4–7 years of hands-on manufacturing or process engineering experience in a production environment. Proficiency in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, and Six Sigma methodologies. Experience with SolidWorks for design and documentation purposes. Strong analytical skills for process capability, cycle time analysis, and scrap reduction. Ability to develop and maintain detailed work instructions and process documentation.

Experience with capital equipment installation, commissioning, and process validation. Advanced problem-solving skills with root cause analysis methodologies. Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and manufacturing data. Strong communication skills for effective cross-departmental collaboration. Willingness to work extended hours or off-shifts as needed. Ability to travel up to 15% to support business needs.

Additional Skills & Qualifications Demonstrated ability to independently analyze and improve manufacturing processes. Proven experience in sustaining process improvements. Strong working knowledge of efficiency metrics. Work Environment Our work environment is dynamic and requires flexibility in working extended hours or off-shifts to support production and capital projects. The role may require travel up to 15% to support business needs.

We prioritize safety, ergonomics, and continuous improvement, ensuring a collaborative and efficient workplace. Job Type & Location This is a Permanent position based out of Decorah, IA. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $40.00 - $50.00/hr. Individual compensation offered for this position within this range will depend on many factors, including qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge, geographic location, internal equity, and other pertinent job-related f