Manufacturing Engineering Technician - Woodstock, GA

Job Description

Manufacturing Engineering Technician

Before You Apply

Please review the must-have requirements below. Candidates who do not meet these qualifications may not be considered.

• Do you have experience in a manufacturing, engineering support, production technician, or process improvement role?
• Are you able to read and interpret blueprints, work instructions, production documentation, or technical drawings?
• Do you have hands-on experience supporting production, troubleshooting process issues, fixtures, tooling, or new product launches?
• Are you comfortable working in a manufacturing environment around moving mechanical parts, noise, and varying temperatures?
• Are you proficient with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, and Excel?
• Can you stand, walk, bend, reach, and lift up to 40 pounds as needed during the workday?
• Are you available to work Monday through Thursday from 7:00 AM to 4:30 PM and Friday from 7:00 AM to 11:00 AM?
• Are you willing to work occasional overtime or weekends with short notice when business needs require it?
• This role requires clear communication, organization, multitasking, and the ability to work under pressure. Are you comfortable with those expectations?
  
  

Focus People is partnering with a growing manufacturing company to hire a Manufacturing Engineering Technician. This role supports new product launches, production improvements, tooling/fixture readiness, and cross-functional communication between engineering, quality, production, customer service, and other internal teams.

This is a hands-on role for someone who is organized, mechanically inclined, comfortable in a manufacturing environment, and able to help move projects from planning through production.

Schedule

1st Shift

Monday–Thursday, 7:00 AM–4:30 PM

Friday, 7:00 AM–11:00 AM

Overtime or occasional weekend work may be required with short notice based on business needs.

Responsibilities

• Support implementation plans for new and existing products
• Coordinate new product launch activities based on customer and production requirements
• Schedule and participate in kickoff meetings for new product implementation
• Work with production teams to determine staffing and work cell needs for new product start-ups
• Confirm work instructions and related production documentation are complete before release to production
• Verify tooling, assembly fixtures, and related equipment are completed and ready prior to production release
• Measure and report actual production times compared to quoted production times
• Support process improvements for assemblies that are not running efficiently
• Assist with fixture, tooling, and testing/program solutions for production
• Help coordinate production transfers, including materials, tooling, fixtures, and related resources
• Communicate clearly with engineering, quality, production, sales, customer service, and continuous improvement teams
• Report safety hazards or incidents immediately and consider safety needs within assigned projects
• Complete other related tasks as assigned by management
  
  

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred, or equivalent applicable manufacturing/industry experience
• Ability to read blueprints
• Experience with Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Word, Excel, and Access
• Strong organization and multitasking skills
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally with multiple departments
• Ability to stay calm, think clearly, and problem-solve under pressure
• Previous experience in a manufacturing or engineering support role preferred
• Knowledge of production software systems is a plus
  
  

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

• General office and manufacturing environment
• May occasionally work near moving mechanical parts
• Noise level is typically moderate
• Must be able to sit, stand, walk, bend, reach, talk, hear, and use hands regularly
• Must be able to occasionally lift up to 40 lbs.
• Vision requirements include near and far vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
  
  

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply with an updated resume for consideration.

Focus People is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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