Manufacturing Engineer

United States·Elginmid

Manufacturing EngineerManufacturing & Production

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We're Hiring: Manufacturing EngineerLocation: Elgin, SC | Schedule: 4-day week | First ShiftDo you enjoy solving problems on the shop floor, improving processes,

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Manufacturing EngineerManufacturing & Production

What We Offer

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✓Employee-owned and Open Book Managed

✓Multi-year winner of Best Places to Work in South Carolina

✓4-day workweek (Monday–Thursday, First Shift)

✓People-first, team-focused culture

✓Gain share bonuses and growth opportunities

✓Opportunity to contribute directly to operational success and continuous improvement

✓Paid time off

✓401(k) with match and employee stock ownership (ESOP)

✓Gain share bonuses

✓Health, vision, and dental insurance

✓Life, short- and long-term disability insurance

✓Stable, collaborative manufacturing environment with long-term growth opportunities

Responsibilities

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→Serve as the Manufacturing Engineer providing Production Support and acting as the primary point of contact between Engineering and Production for the Fuel Pump and Injector production lines and Machining area
→Own the resolution of day-to-day production issues, driving problems to root cause and permanent corrective action
→Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes, tooling, and fixtures specific to Fuel Pump and Injector production and Machining operations
→Implement and champion a structured, repeatable problem-solving approach (e.g., 8D, 5-Why, DMAIC) across the lines and Machining area
→Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) on assigned production lines and in the Machining area
→Develop and maintain work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures
→Partner with quality to resolve nonconformances and reduce scrap/rework on Fuel Pump and Injector product lines and Machining operations
→Support new product introduction (NPI) and process validation activities
→Collaborate with maintenance on equipment reliability and uptime improvements, including CNC and machining equipment
→Analyze production data to identify bottlenecks and drive throughput improvements
→Communicate production issues, risks, and recovery plans clearly across Engineering, Production, and leadership
→Ensure processes meet safety, quality, and regulatory requirements

10+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process engineering, or a related role
Experience working in a manufacturing environment; experience with fuel systems, fuel pumps, injectors, precision machining, or precision-machined components a strong plus
Automotive manufacturing background preferred (long-tenured automotive experience a strong plus)
CNC programming and troubleshooting experience preferred given support of the Machining area
Proven ability to act as a liaison between engineering and production/shop floor teams
Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems preferred
Lean/Six Sigma methodology experience
Strong root-cause problem-solving skills and demonstrated experience implementing structured problem-solving approaches (8D, 5-Why, DMAIC, fishbone, etc.)
Ability to read and interpret production/process data to drive decisions and make sound engineering judgment calls
Proficiency with CAD software (SolidWorks) preferred
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively across teams and operate with professionalism and accountability
Ability to operate managerially despite functioning as an individual contributor
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
Veterans encouraged to apply

Monday–Thursday approximately 6:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Occasional Fridays as necessary to support operational and business needs

We've been building power and engine systems since 1910. Today, we serve some of the world's most demanding industries—from agriculture to aviation to defense. As a legacy-rich, employee-owned manufacturer, we're committed to operational excellence, continuous improvement, precision, and shared success.