Manufacturing Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

If you enjoy solving manufacturing challenges and making a direct impact on production operations, this role offers the opportunity to support new line expansions, improve assembly processes, and drive continuous improvement across the facility. Working in our state-of-the-art facility, closely with operators, supervisors, and cross-functional teams, you'll lead process improvement efforts, develop standardized work, reduce waste, improve quality, and help optimize how products are manufactured. This is a hands-on Manufacturing Engineering role focused on process excellence rather than product design.

What You'll Do

Conduct studies that determine the most efficient sequence of operations and workflows and recommend methods for maximum utilization of production facilities and personnel

Validate BOMs, work instructions, and other documentation against production and customer requirements

Analyze production processes, methods, and other data to optimize production

Identify opportunities to standardize improvements to machine assembly and apply them to other applicable applications across various machine platforms.

Resolve issues and delays in production using independent judgment and discretion

Collaborate with remote engineering teams to prepare new machines for production release

Aid QA department with process improvement and manufacturing work instruction updates

Create and modify work instructions

Analyze and plan workflow, equipment placement and space requirements to improve manufacturing efficiency, using a lean six-sigma and industrial engineering approach

Assist in design of assembly fixtures and jigs to aid the assembly process

Work closely with vendors for manufacturing fixture and test equipment development

Translate 3-D assembly models and detailed assembly drawings into manufacturing, along with identified CTQ’s (Critical to Quality)

Participate in DFMEA and DFA reviews with design engineering and drive PFMEA, particularly for new products and significant design changes

Balance multiple projects concurrently

Execute implementation of engineering changes into production

Domestic travel will be required periodically

What We're Looking For

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related ABET-accredited program

Manufacturing Engineering experience in a production environment

Experience with process improvement, root cause analysis, and manufacturing documentation

Strong communication skills and ability to influence change across multiple levels of the organization

Ability to work effectively within a fast-paced manufacturing environment

Preferred

Assembly manufacturing experience

Problem solving focus and the ability to think creatively troubleshoot machine issues, design constraints, and other roadblocks

Knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, and pneumatic systems

Lean Manufacturing or Continuous Improvement experience

Experience developing SOPs, standard work, and process instructions

Benefits & Rewards

At Pregis, we invest in our employees' success both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive compensation package, eligible employees may qualify for a sign-on incentive, relocation package, or gain-sharing programs. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and work-life balance.

Comprehensive Benefits

Eligible employees have access to:

Medical plan options through Blue Cross Blue Shield

Dental and Vision coverage

Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

Company-paid Life Insurance

Short-Term and Long-Term Disability coverage

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Tuition Assistance and Continuous Development

401(k) with company match and immediate vesting

Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, and Excellent Work-Life Balance

Paid Parental Leave & Paid Military Leave