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Manufacturing Engineer

The Fountain Group
Columbus, IN Contractor
POSTED ON 7/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/23/2026
Shift Information:

  • Monday-Friday, Onsite Position!
  • Schedule transitions split 6 months on 8:00 AM-5:00 PM, Changing to 3:00 PM-12:00 AM ( flexible) after the first 6 months.
  • Pay range starts at $60 /hr!
  • Relocation and Visa Candidates are both welcome to apply!
  • 12 Month contract to start! This is a W2 Contract (No 1099/C2C), with a possibility of extension or conversion beyond the original duration based on performance & budget at that time.
  • Our company offers our consultants a suite of benefits after a qualification period including health, vision, dental, life and disability insurance.

Job Description:

  • Position is primarily responsible for leading end-to-end manufacturing process development for new product launches while ensuring alignment with safety, quality, and business objectives.
  • Position will also be responsible for optimizing manufacturing processes, equipment, automation, and tooling while driving continuous improvement, standardization, and operational excellence.
  • Position will be in charge of leading cross-functional manufacturing projects, supporting production launches, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders, and serving as a technical manufacturing leader through coaching and process improvement initiatives.

Qualifications:

  • 5 years of Manufacturing Engineering or Advanced Manufacturing Engineering experience supporting new product launches in a high-volume manufacturing environment is required!
  • Experience with FANUC HandlingTool or ArcTool robotics is required!
  • Experience interpreting GD&T and engineering drawings is required!
  • Experience with Lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, manufacturing equipment/tooling, and cross-functional project leadership is required!
  • Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related technical field is required!
  • Experience leading production launch activities is preferred!
  • Experience developing and standardizing manufacturing processes and best practices is preferred!

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