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We are seeking an Entry to Experienced Level candidate to become an integral part of our engineering team. The selected candidate will work with an experienced engineering staff using state-of-the-art engineering tools & processes. This position will operate onsite at our customer's world-class engineering and manufacturing facility.\nThis is a full-time position with a full benefit package listed below that includes opportunities for professional growth, direct hire by our customers, and additional opportunities within our own organization.\nManufacturing Engineer\nThe selected candidate will apply engineering principles and manufacturing best practices to improve production processes, facility layouts, and operational efficiency. This role involves analyzing manufacturing methods, developing process improvements, and supporting the implementation of cost-effective production solutions. 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