Manufacturing Engineer I - Sheet Metal Fabrication

• 10% bonus incentive
• 144 hours of Paid Time Off
  
  

About Our Client

Our client is a large North American contract manufacturer specializing in precision metal components, complex assemblies, and engineered production solutions. It offers a wide range of in-house capabilities-such as sheet metal fabrication, CNC machining, welding, finishing, and full product assembly-allowing it to support customers from early design and prototyping through high-volume production. Serving industries like aerospace, medical, industrial equipment, automation, and technology, it focuses on delivering high-quality, cost-effective solutions with strong engineering support and scalable manufacturing processes.

Job Description

• Develop manufacturing processes by analyzing product requirements; researching, designing, testing, and refining methods, equipment, and tooling; and collaborating with external equipment vendors
• Assess current manufacturing processes and workflows to identify opportunities for improvement
• Lead process improvement initiatives, troubleshoot issues, and manage related projects
• Enhance manufacturing methods to drive cost savings, improve quality, and increase efficiency
• Create and present improvement plans, and oversee implementation, including training for team members
• Research, design, and develop manufacturing processes covering production flow, assembly techniques, and equipment selection
• Create and maintain detailed facility layouts, including equipment placement and workflow optimization
• Support new and revised product launches by setting objectives, coordinating implementation, training staff, and evaluating outcomes
• Develop procedures and processes to help achieve financial targets and production goals
• Establish efficient and effective workflow sequences
• Identify and implement innovative solutions to existing manufacturing challenges
• Design, source, and validate tools, fixtures, machinery, and equipment, ensuring cost justification for proposed solutions
• Conduct product and process analysis to improve cost efficiency, quality, safety, productivity, and training effectiveness
  
  

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

• Experience with precision sheet metal fabrication
• Process improvement and continuous improvement experience
• Willingness to be hands-on, troubleshooting issues on the floor
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma methodologies is preferred
• Bachelor's degree is preferred
• Sponsorship not provided
  
  

What's on Offer

• Base salary of $70k - $90k depending on experience
• 10% bonus incentive
• 144 hours of PTO
• 401(k) matching
• Health / dental / vision insurance
  
  

Contact: Ben Aldrich

Quote job ref: JN-052026-7023872