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Manufacturing Engineer – Machine Shop, Mid to Senior Level

Jobtailor4 months ago
Milwaukee, WI, United States
On-site
Full-time
Junior Level (1-3 years)
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Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Drive Manufacturing Excellence.
  • Troubleshoot production floor issues and implement effective corrective actions, including process improvements, tooling and fixture enhancements, or collaboration with R&D on design updates.
  • Partner with Product Engineering and Production to improve Design for Manufacturability (DFM) for new products and design concepts.
  • Lead New Product & Process Introductions.
  • Coordinate manufacturing introductions for new parts and products by establishing equipment needs, routings, and requirements for jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
  • Identify and validate new equipment, technologies, and procedures to support efficient, high‑quality manufacturing.
  • Optimize Workflow & Efficiency.
  • Analyze workforce utilization, floor space, and workflow to design efficient layouts for equipment and work areas.
  • Collaborate with management and cross‑functional teams to align manufacturing capabilities with production schedules and strategic goals.
  • Support systems and initiatives that improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) and apply A3 problem‑solving and lean manufacturing principles.
  • Develop People & Processes.
  • Train manufacturing operators on new or updated processes, tools, and equipment.
  • Uphold and model Andis Core Values in all day‑to‑day work and interactions.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree (B.A./B.S.) with at least 5+ years of relevant experience, or equivalent education and training.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel; experience with AutoCAD and/or Solid Works.
  • Experience working with an ERP system.
  • Knowledge of manufacturing processes such as milling, grinding, lapping, or automation is a plus.
  • Strong mechanical aptitude and understanding of engineering science, design techniques, and production processes.

Required Skills

Lean Manufacturing Principles
AutoCAD
New Product & Process Introductions
Solid Works
Workflow Optimization
Mechanical Aptitude
Engineering Science Knowledge
ERP System Proficiency
Equipment and Tooling Coordination
Manufacturing Excellence
Microsoft Word
Design for Manufacturability (DFM)
Process Improvements
Microsoft Excel
Troubleshooting
Training and Development