Manufacturing Engineer
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 13, 2026. First seen by Alion on May 11, 2026. Standex International scores B on the Alion truth index.
The Manufacturing Engineer is a high-visibility, hands-on role responsible for establishing stable, capable, and efficient manufacturing processes across assigned product value streams in a new program production start-up environment. Reporting directly to the Plant Manager, this role will take ownership of stabilizing end-to-end manufacturing processes for multiple products during plant ramp-up. The engineer will drive process capability, reduce variation, and implement structured root cause solutions while serving as the primary technical owner for customer quality issue resolution.
This is a highly empowered role with direct impact on product quality, cost, and delivery performance, requiring strong technical ownership and the ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving production environment.
What You’ll Do
New Value Stream Process Stabilization Ownership (Immediate Focus)
Establish and own end-to-end manufacturing process performance for assigned product value streams including following operations:
Injection molding
Automated fabric cutting
Adhesive application (roll coating and spray)
Lamination and edge folding of interior trim components
Establish stable, repeatable, and capable processes across all steps of the value stream
Lead process development, setup, startup, and troubleshooting activities
Maintain and evolve Control Plans and PFMEA tied to actual process risks
Maintain and evolve process related quality documentation
Optimize process parameters to reach stable levels of scrap, yield, cycle time, and throughput
Identify and eliminate sources of variation across interconnected processes
Drive process standardization and define “golden parameters” for each operation
Collaborate with tooling, design, and production teams to improve manufacturability
Integrated Customer Quality Responsibilities
Serve as primary technical owner for customer quality issues
Lead structured root cause analysis using 8D or equivalent methodologies
Define and implement containment, corrective, and preventive actions
Validate effectiveness of corrective actions using process and product data
Communicate technical findings and resolution status to internal teams and customers
Ensure timely and professional response to customer concerns
Plan and execute process validations (IQ/OQ/PQ) across multiple manufacturing steps
Design and execute DOE studies to establish robust process windows
Perform process capability analysis (Cp/Cpk) for critical characteristics
Ensure alignment between process parameters and product performance requirements
Quality System Development Support
Support implementation of quality systems aligned with ISO 9001 and IATF 16949
Implement SPC on critical process and product characteristics
Lead measurement system analysis (MSA) activities where required
Contribute to internal audit readiness and continuous improvement initiatives
Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence (After Stabilization)
Control and streamline mass production (man, machine, material, method, environment) variables and own consequent in-house as well as customer concerns
Drive scrap reduction, cost reduction, and efficiency improvement initiatives
Improve process flow and integration across value stream operations
Support development of visual controls, standard work, and process documentation
Train and guide technicians and operators on process control and problem-solving
Identify opportunities for automation and process enhancement
What You’ll Bring
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Plastics, Chemical, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent experience)
3-5+ years of hands-on manufacturing process engineering experience
Demonstrated experience in structured problem-solving in technical manufacturing processes
Experience in one or more of the following strongly preferred:
Injection molding
Adhesive processes / coating / lamination
Textile or trim component manufacturing
Experience with process validation, troubleshooting, and production ramp environments
Working knowledge of automotive quality methodologies (PPAP, APQP, FMEA, SPC, MSA, Control Plans)
Strong process engineering mindset across multi-step manufacturing systems
Ability to understand and control variation across interconnected processes
Strong communication skills for cross-functional and customer interaction
Strong problem-prevention mindset
Strong root cause analysis and data-driven decision-making skills
Working knowledge of SPC and process capability concepts
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, evolving production environment
Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint); ERP/SAP experience a plus
Working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD tools highly desirable
High ownership mindset with ability to independently drive results, prior results in start up environment a plus
Work Environment
Combination of production floor and office work; significant time on manufacturing floor required
Requires standing, walking, and lifting up to 50 lbs as needed
PPE compliance required in production areas
Flexible schedule to support production ramp, trials, and issue resolution
Fast-paced startup environment with competing priorities
Physical requirements for this role include being able to lift 25 – 40 lbs, walking, standing, bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, grasping parts, operating a keyboard (not an all-inclusive list).