Senior Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Description:

The Manufacturing Engineer plans, directs, and optimizes manufacturing processes within our aluminum fabrication facility. This role drives efficiency, quality, and safety through hands-on problem-solving, process improvement, and teamwork across departments. Competitive benefit packages are offered, along with training, and advancement opportunities to foster a long employment relationship.

Starting pay is $90,000 - $95,000, based on experience and qualifications

Location in Warner Robins, GA

Key responsibilities:

• Conduct Safety Risk Observations to promote a safe and proactive work culture.
• Perform engineering audits to verify compliance with labor, quality, and safety standards; correct deviations as needed.
• Support CNC programming and operations, including program writing, testing, and troubleshooting.
• Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives and TPM pillar activities.
• Develop, evaluate, and enhance manufacturing methods for productivity and quality improvement.
• Analyze workflow, space utilization, and equipment layout to maximize efficiency.
• Collaborate with design and planning teams to ensure manufacturability and tooling readiness.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for equipment, materials, and part specifications.
• Partner with Product Development to evaluate process capability and layout constraints.
• Communicate effectively across engineering, management, and production teams to meet schedules and goals.
• Apply statistical and analytical methods to forecast production needs and process improvements.
• Provide regular updates and reports on project status and key performance metrics.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (required)
• 5+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (required)
• Proficiency in AutoCAD
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies
• CNC programming experience (preferred)
• Experience with process mapping and time studies (a plus)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and mathematical skills
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings
• Excellent communication and presentation skills (Excel and PowerPoint proficiency required)
• Demonstrated ownership mindset, adaptability, and urgency in task execution

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $95,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person