Job Description
Basic Responsibilities:
Process & New Product Introduction
- New product planning, introduction, trial preparation, and documentation
- Production capacity studies, line layouts, cycle time studies, processing cost
studies
Equipment & Automation
- New equipment specification development, installation and training
- New equipment budget planning, quotation, procurement, and project management
- Automation of manual manufacturing processes, including vision-guided robotics
and related technologies
Production Support & Improvement
- Lead and support production line continuous improvement initiatives
- Lead process improvement, machine optimization, and automation evaluation and
implementation
• Lead or support root cause analysis and countermeasure development for product
and process issues
Documentation & Compliance
• Create and Maintain process documentation (PFMEA, PCS, Process Flows,
policies, etc.) in support of IATF and internal manufacturing standards
Baseline Qualifications (Expected for All Candidates)
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical,
Industrial, Computer, Chemical, or related discipline)
• Strong problem-solving mindset with interest in manufacturing and process
improvement
- Ability to plan work, manage schedules, and meet project deadlines
- Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams in a production
environment
• Willingness to engage directly on the factory floor and with manufacturing
equipment
- Strong analytical thinking, communication, and organizational skills
- Commitment to safety, quality, and continuous improvement principles
- Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (up to ~10%) and to
support periodic overtime during key milestones such as new line installations
Qualifications Pathway #1 – Early-Career / New Graduate Engineers
• Engineering coursework, laboratories, senior design projects, internships, or
co-op experience
• Exposure to manufacturing processes, automation, equipment, or quality
systems
• Strong learning agility, curiosity, and ability to apply structured
problem-solving methods
Qualifications Pathway #2 – Experienced Engineers
• Hands-on involvement in manufacturing process development, equipment
implementation, or production engineering support
• Experience improving quality, cost, delivery, safety, or productivity in a
manufacturing environment
• Ability to independently perform root cause analysis and implement effective
countermeasures
• Proven capability to apply manufacturing systems knowledge to deliver timely,
data-based results
Preferred Skills & Experience:
• Work experience that demonstrated the ability to solve problems, learn, and
actively adapt
• Experience may include deep expertise in a specific manufacturing area or
broad exposure across multiple processes and systems.
• Practical experience of manufacturing technologies to leverage for safety,
quality, productivity, or cost improvement including:
- Automated or robotic assembly
- Screw tightening
- Soldering, gel or sealant application
- Automated machine vision inspection
- Familiarity with basic manufacturing concepts such as PFMEA, SPC, process
documentation, or standard work
• Exposure to manufacturing data, analytics, equipment connectivity, and process
visibility
This role provides opportunities to expand technical scope, influence
manufacturing standards, and contribute to both near-term results and long-term
process capability.
Benefits Summary:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Plans
- 401K with 4% Company Match
- Vacation/PTO and 13 Paid Holidays
- Bonus Program
- FSA/HSA and Dependent Care Programs
- Company provided Life, Disability, ADD, and Business Travel Insurance
- Various No Cost Wellness & Chronic Condition Management Programs
- Various Optional Insurance Programs such as Legal, Identity Theft, Critical
Illness, etc.
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Career Development and Ongoing Training
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Spotlight and Recognition Program
- Volunteer opportunities
- Onsite Fitness Center (vary by location)
- Cafeteria and food markets (vary by location)
- Onsite Health Clinic and Pharmacy (vary by location)
Candidates residing 50+ miles from the work location are eligible for relocation
assistance.
Annual Salary: $73,000 - $91,000
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Internship, Relocation