Manufacturing Engineer

The role

This Manufacturing Engineer will drive process improvements, implement standard work, and lead continuous improvement initiatives. The role involves designing and optimizing manufacturing processes in a medium to high-mix volume environment.

What you will do

• Design, optimize, and implement manufacturing processes to improve quality, efficiency, and safety.
• Lead and participate in Kaizen events, root cause problem solving, and continuous improvement projects.
• Develop and maintain standard work instructions for production processes.
• Use data-driven analysis to identify and resolve process bottlenecks or defects.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to introduce new products and process changes.
• Support equipment selection, process validation, and layout optimization for lean flow.
• Lead PFMEA, control plans, and risk assessments for manufacturing processes.
• Ensure processes comply with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
• Train and mentor operators and technicians on process changes and lean tools.

Required qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related technical field).
• 3–7 years of experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role.
• Proven experience with Kaizen, standard work, time studies, line balancing, material flow, and structured problem-solving tools (A3, 5-Why, Fishbone, PDCA, etc.).
• Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles.
• Experience with ERP/MES systems, engineering change control, and work instruction platforms.
• Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and engineering tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent.
• Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.

Nice to have

• Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
• Experience in electrical equipment, assembly-based, or industrial manufacturing environments.
• Familiarity with ISO 9001 or related quality management systems.

Benefits

• Comprehensive and competitive benefits package

About the company

IEM builds electrical distribution systems and delivers solutions for complex power needs. The company has been operating for 75 years.