Mechanical Engineer in Sturtevant

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Manufacturing Engineer

Hire Type: Direct Hire

Sturtevant, WI

Pay: $80-85k

Bonus- 6% Corporate Performance Bonus

Sterling Engineering is partnering with an established manufacturer to hire a Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations, improve assembly processes, and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This is a hands-on engineering opportunity focused on optimizing manufacturing efficiency, quality, cost, and productivity.

Key Responsibilities

• Support daily production operations in a mixed-model assembly environment.
• Develop, implement, and improve manufacturing and assembly processes.
• Design, specify, validate, and implement tools, fixtures, and production equipment.
• Identify opportunities for error-proofing and process improvements.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing and DMAIC methodologies to resolve production issues.
• Collaborate with production teams, technicians, and Engineering to troubleshoot manufacturing challenges.
• Develop and maintain standard work instructions and process documentation.
• Implement Engineering Change Notices (ECNs).
• Support new product development and manufacturing launches.
• Analyze manufacturing data to improve quality, capacity, and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.
• 2+ years of manufacturing, process engineering, operations engineering, or mechanical design experience.
• Experience developing and implementing manufacturing or assembly processes.
• AutoCAD experience required.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and root cause analysis.
• Experience supporting new product development and production launches.
• Ability to analyze data and develop process improvement plans.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Google Workspace.
• Strong troubleshooting, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities.

Qualifications

• Experience with mixed-model assembly operations.
• Knowledge of supply chain, logistics, or material flow.
• Project management experience.
• Experience with tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment implementation.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to , , , , , , , , , protected veteran status, or genetic information.