Jr Mfg Engineer

Junior Manufacturing Engineer Job Requisition

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivatedJunior Manufacturing Engineerto support the design development and optimization of manufacturing processes tooling and equipment. This role provides hands-on experience in a fast-paced production environment while contributing to quality efficiency and continuous improvement initiatives.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Assistin the design development and implementation of manufacturing processes methods tooling equipment and controls under the guidance of senior engineers

• Supportanalysis and planning of labor utilization equipment requirements workflow and manufacturing layouts to improve efficiency

• Participatein prototype development builds and production launch activities

• Learn and applynew manufacturing technologies that contribute to cost reduction quality improvement and operational efficiency

• Attendproduct design reviews to provide input on manufacturability and cost effectiveness

• Assistin preparing manufacturing studies related to cost quality inventory levels and process capability

• Supportimplementation of process improvements involving materials labor tooling equipment and layouts

• Collaboratewith senior engineers in selecting and developing tooling and equipment to meet manufacturing requirements

• Participatein training coordination for new processes to ensure production readiness

• Contributeto the establishment and verification of poka-yoke (error-proofing) systems

• Providetechnical support for problem-solving teams and continuous improvement initiatives

• Assistin new program launches as part of cross-functional teams

• Work closelywith production teams to support key performance measures and line balancing

• Maintaineffective communication with stakeholders and provide status updates as needed

• Communicate effectivelyacross all levels of the organization including production operators supervisors engineering teams and management

• Completeall required training as mandated by the company and customers

• Performother duties and special projects as assigned

Quality Safety & Compliance Responsibilities

• Supportcompliance with ISO and IATF 16949 standards

• Assistin developing and maintaining PFMEAs Process Flow Diagrams Control Plans and Operator Instruction Sheets

• Collaboratewith Ergonomics and Health & Safety teams to ensure safe workstation and line design

• Adhereto all Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) standards

• Reportoccupational injuries illnesses accidents and unsafe conditions promptly

• Participatein continuous improvement initiatives for safety ergonomics and environmental performance

Required Qualifications

• Bachelors degreein Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Electrical Engineering or a related field

• 0-2 yearsof experience in Manufacturing Engineering or a related manufacturing role (internship or co-op experience acceptable; automotive experience preferred)

• Basic understandingof product design and assembly processes

• Familiaritywith PFMEA principles Control Plans Process Flows and manufacturing documentation

• Willingness to learnand apply hands-on manufacturing processes methods tooling and equipment implementation

• Proficiencywith Windows operating systems and Microsoft Office applications (Excel Word PowerPoint)

• Excellent verbal and written communication skillswith the ability to effectively interact with cross-functional teams production personnel and management

• Strongorganizational analytical and time-management skills

• Abilityto work collaboratively in cross-functional teams

• Eagernessto develop technical skills and grow within the manufacturing engineering discipline

• Willingnessforfuturerelocationto other facilities as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or co-op experiencein automotive manufacturing

• Understanding of assembly processesincluding sequencing line balancing and production flow optimization

• Exposureto lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies

• Basic CAD knowledge(SolidWorks AutoCAD or similar)

• Experience presentingtechnical information to diverse audiences

Work Schedule

• 1st shift(6:00 AM 3:30 PM)

• Must be ableto flex time work overtime and support off-shift activities as needed for major process changes or launches