Manufacturing Engineer
2 weeks ago
Manufacturing Engineer | Traverse City, MI
Salary Range: $71,000 - $110,000 depending on experience
Are you a meticulous professional with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and improving production efficiency? The Pivot Group is dedicated to fostering meaningful relationships and supporting career growth. We are collaborating with companies in Traverse City seeking experienced Manufacturing Engineers.
The Opportunity
We are collaborating with manufacturing firms in Traverse City that are seeking skilled Manufacturing Engineers. These organizations are dedicated to maintaining high standards and are looking for professionals who can contribute effectively. By joining our network, you position yourself for opportunities aligned with your career goals.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes for efficiency, cost reduction, and quality improvement.
- Design and improve tooling, fixtures, and equipment to enhance production capabilities and product quality.
- Provide engineering support for new product introduction (NPI), ensuring manufacturability and smooth transition to production.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for production issues, quality defects, and equipment failures.
- Create and maintain detailed manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow diagrams, and standard operating procedures.
- Evaluate and recommend new manufacturing technologies, equipment, and materials to improve productivity and product performance.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including design, quality, and production to resolve technical challenges and achieve operational goals.
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 3-5 years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment.
- Demonstrated experience with Lean Manufacturing principles, Six Sigma methodologies, and continuous improvement tools.
- Proficiency with CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) for fixture design, tooling, and process layout.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, assembly, automation, or welding.
- Proven ability to perform root cause analysis and implement effective corrective actions for production issues.
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certification
- Proficiency in advanced data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Python for data analysis)
- Experience with automation and robotics integration
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent experience
Job Titles That Should Apply
Manufacturing Engineer, Process Engineer, Production Engineer, Industrial Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Process Engineer, Operations Engineer, Automation Engineer, Manufacturing Systems Engineer
Why Pivot Group
The Pivot Group was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic-they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out. The Pivot Group offers resources to support your search-market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.
Required Skills:
• Lean Six Sigma
• Robotics
• Resume
• Offers
• Diagrams
• Cost Reduction
• Lean Manufacturing
• Industrial Engineering
• Root Cause Analysis
• Product Quality
• Operations
• Welding
• Analysis
• Six Sigma
• ROOT
• SolidWorks
• Salary
• Hiring
• Partnerships
• Corrective Actions
• Compensation
• Instructions
• Data Analytics
• Mechanical Engineering
• Continuous Improvement
• Analytics
• Manufacturing
• Automation
• AutoCAD
• Integration
• Power BI
• Materials
• Data Analysis
• Preparation
• Documentation
• Software
• Design
• Engineering
• Python
• Project Management
• Management
Salary Package:
$ 71,000.00 - 110,000.00 (US Dollar)
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