What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Kelly Science, Engineering, Technology & Telecom?
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Title: Manufacturing Engineer
Pay Rate: $42.07 per hour
Location: Davenport, IA, 52809
Duration: 12 months
Type – W2 contract (No C2C)
Visa sponsorship is not available, now or in the near future, for this position.
Schedule:
Onsite from Day 1
1st Shift (generally 6:00 AM to 2:30 PM; some flexibility may be available)
Must be willing to work overtime and/or weekends as business needs require
Qualifications
- Minimal experience required
- Recent engineering graduates and entry-level engineers are encouraged to apply
- Engineering degree preferred; however, relevant manufacturing or production experience will also be considered
Key Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on shop floor support for assembly operations to maintain production flow and minimize downtime.
- Troubleshoot production, quality, tooling, and material issues to ensure efficient assembly line performance.
- Support continuous improvement initiatives through process enhancements, work order creation, and basic fixture/tooling design.
- Utilize SAP, Microsoft Office, and MP Planner (John Deere specific) to support daily manufacturing operations.
- Collaborate with production teams to identify and implement solutions that improve safety, quality, and productivity.
Preferred Skills
- Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting abilities
- Self-motivated with the ability to work independently
- Comfortable operating in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
- Effective communication and teamwork skills
- Working Conditions
- Position requires frequent standing and walking throughout the shift.
- Metatarsal footwear is required.
- All other necessary PPE will be provided.
Ideal Candidate
We are seeking a motivated self-starter who enjoys hands-on manufacturing support, thrives in a production environment, and is eager to develop engineering experience while contributing to continuous improvement efforts.
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