<p>SUMMARY</p> <p>Are you passionate about transforming manufacturing processes and driving operational excellence? As a Manufacturing Engineer II, you'll play a pivotal role in optimizing fabrication, welding, powder coating, and assembly operations. You'll lead initiatives that enhance productivity, ergonomics, and plant flow-while collaborating across teams to solve complex challenges and deliver measurable results.</p> <p>Reporting to the Manufacturing Engineering Manager, the Manufacturing Engineer II role offers a dynamic mix of hands-on engineering, strategic problem-solving, and occasional travel for training, field support, and equipment commissioning.</p> <p>Key Responsibilities</p> <ul> <li>Analyze and improve production processes using A3 methodology and data-driven insights </li><li>Drive performance in Earned vs. Paid metrics and First Pass Yield through continuous improvement </li><li>Design and route fixtures and tooling using MRP and CAD software </li><li>Lead root cause analysis and implement timely corrective actions </li><li>Manage projects from concept to completion, ensuring deadlines and deliverables are met </li><li>Collaborate with Quality Engineers, Production Supervisors, and CWIs to resolve production challenges </li><li>Support Workforce Development by integrating technical training for direct and indirect labor </li><li>Lead the Engineering Change Notice (ECN) process for the ME team, ensuring accuracy and knowledge sharing </li><li>Prioritize projects using data with a focus on Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost, and Delivery </li><li>Qualify new processes, including documentation, operator training, and certification </li><li>Work independently while communicating effectively across all levels of the organization </li></ul> <p>Qualifications & Skills</p> <ul> <li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field (preferred) </li><li>5+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering </li><li>Strong analytical skills and ability to drive results through data </li><li>Experience in custom fabrication and welding in a high-mix, low-volume environment </li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word </li><li>Familiarity with Lean principles, Kaizen, 5S, SMED, and lead time reduction </li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills </li><li>Flexible and adaptable to changing production needs </li><li>Embodies our 12 Expected Behaviors of an Actively Engaged Person: 100% Responsible, Trustworthy, Team Player, Clear Communicator, Empathy, Humility, Emotional Self-Control, Resolves Conflict Directly, Positive Attitude, Respects Others, Problem Solver, Agile </li></ul> <p>Additional Information</p> <ul> <li>This is a full-time, onsite role in Janesville, WI </li><li>Occasional travel required (~10%) </li><li>Background check required upon selection </li></ul> <p>Benefits & Perks</p> <p>We offer a competitive compensation package designed to support your personal and professional growth:</p> <ul> <li>Medical, dental, and vision insurance </li><li>Generous Responsible Time Off (RTO) policy </li><li>401(k) with company match </li><li>Key Employee Incentive Plan (KEIP) bonus structure </li><li>Paid training and company holidays </li></ul>