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Manufacturing Engineer

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Manufacturing Engineer

Location

Oak Ridge, TN

Job type

Full-time

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1 month ago

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Job description

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for developing, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production, high-quality output, and cost-effective operations. This role collaborates closely with production, quality, supply chain, and design teams to improve manufacturability, reduce waste, and support continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

  • Design, implement, and continuously improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and layouts
  • Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
  • Analyze production data to identify inefficiencies, quality issues, and opportunities for improvement
  • Lead or support lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives
  • Collaborate with product design teams to ensure designs are manufacturable and cost-effective
  • Troubleshoot production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions
  • Support equipment selection, installation, validation, and maintenance activities
  • Ensure manufacturing processes comply with safety, quality, and regulatory requirements
  • Train production staff on new processes, tools, and improvements
  • Support new product introductions (NPI) and process scale-up activities

Required Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field
  • 2–5+ years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment (experience level may vary by role)
  • Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment
  • Proficiency in process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)
  • Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and specifications
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Effective communication and collaboration skills · Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience with CAD software and manufacturing-related systems (e.g., ERP, MES)
  • Six Sigma Green Belt or higher certification
  • Experience in regulated industries (e.g., automotive, aerospace, medical, or food manufacturing)
  • Project management experience · Physical & Work Environment Requirements
  • Ability to work in a manufacturing/production environment
  • Occasional lifting, standing, or walking on the production floor
  • May require use of personal protective equipment (PPE) · Work Environment
  • Manufacturing or production floor environment
  • Exposure to noise, machinery, and production equipment
  • Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) as required

Schedule

  • Full-time
  • Overtime may be required based on production needs
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