Manufacturing Engineer Description: The Manufacturing Engineer plans, directs, and optimizes manufacturing processes within our aluminum fabrication facility. This role drives efficiency, quality, and safety through hands-on problem-solving, process improvement, and teamwork across departments. Competitive benefit packages are offered, along with training, and advancement opportunities to foster a long employment relationship. Starting pay is $80,000 - $90,000, based on experience and qualifications Location in Dublin, GA Key responsibilities: • Conduct Safety Risk Observations to promote a safe and proactive work culture. • Perform engineering audits to verify compliance with labor, quality, and safety standards; correct deviations as needed. • Support CNC programming and operations, including program writing, testing, and troubleshooting. • Lead and support Continuous Improvement initiatives and TPM pillar activities. • Develop, evaluate, and enhance manufacturing methods for productivity and quality improvement. • Analyze workflow, space utilization, and equipment layout to maximize efficiency. • Collaborate with design and planning teams to ensure manufacturability and tooling readiness. • Coordinate with vendors and suppliers for equipment, materials, and part specifications. • Partner with Product Development to evaluate process capability and layout constraints. • Communicate effectively across engineering, management, and production teams to meet schedules and goals. • Apply statistical and analytical methods to forecast production needs and process improvements. • Provide regular updates and reports on project status and key performance metrics. Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering (required) • 2+ years of engineering experience in a manufacturing environment (required) • Proficiency in AutoCAD • Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies • CNC programming experience (preferred) • Experience with process mapping and time studies (a plus) • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and mathematical skills • Ability to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings • Excellent communication and presentation skills (Excel and PowerPoint proficiency required) • Demonstrated ownership mindset, adaptability, and urgency in task execution Job Type: Full-time Pay: $80,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • Dental insurance • Flexible schedule • Health insurance • Paid time off • Tuition reimbursement • Vision insurance Work Location: In person
See More Details >>This position will report to Nash Plumbing and Mechanical, LLC, a subsidiary of HB Global. JOB SUMMARY: Supervise and coordinate the installation of complete mechanical systems on commercial construction projects. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Perform appropriate communication with co-workers and customers • Operating knowledge of mechanical systems and efficient use of trade tools • Knowledge and understanding of mechanical codes. • Must provide all own hand tools. • Knowledge of mechanical trade related tools • Promotes preventive maintenance of tools and equipment • Knowledge of the safe use of hazardous materials, solvents, cleaners, adhesives • Ability to perform math computations needed in the trade • Personal computer, tablet, and smart phone skills • Ability to layout piping and equipment from prints to maintain proper clearances. • Forecast material and labor needs, lead other employees to complete tasks and achieve goals. • Assist with the creation and maintenance of project schedules. • Develop the skills of apprentices while working with them. • Read isometric drawings, take measurements, fabricate, and install piping efficiently • Align, bolt, and clamp together components of fabricated metal products to secure in position for welding • Assemble and secure pipes, tubes, fittings, and related equipment according to specifications by welding • and threading joints • Position and secure materials and workpieces during installation; and install all other items in accordance • with the applicable plans and specifications • Ability to work on welded, threaded, grooved, soldered, and brazed piping systems • Coordinate piping system flushing and equipment startup • Ability to read and interpret: • Blueprints • Detail sheets • Sketches • Schematics • Ability to communicate, interact and work effectively and cooperatively with people • Always conduct themselves in a professional manner • Abide by Nash Plumbing and Mechanical guidelines as set forth in the Company Handbook • Ability to promote and follow building, job site and department procedures and policies • Ability to understand technical instructions • Ability to recognize the importance of safety in the workplace, follow safety rules, practice safe work habits, • utilize appropriate safety equipment, and report unsafe conditions to the appropriate administrator • Perform work within OSHA guidelines • Utilize proper Lock Out/Tag Out procedures • Perform other duties as assigned QUALIFICATIONS: • Ability to travel, as needed, for projects. • Journeyman or master’s Mechanical license is a plus but not required • Equivalent technical school or work experience • Three or more years of experience specific to the commercial mechanical industry • Knowledge and experience with some aspects of the plumbing side is a plus. Continued growth in this • aspect will be an expectation. • Criminal background check required for hire PHYSICAL DEMANDS: • Employees are regularly required to talk or hear • Employees are required to sit, squat, crawl, lay down and stand for long periods of time • Employees are required at times to walk uneven terrain • Employees are required to use hands to manipulate small parts and tools. • Employees must be able to push, pull and handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms. • Position requires the ability to lift and carry tools, material, and equipment up to 50 pounds • Position requires physical stamina and the ability to climb stairs and in/out of a scissor lift and navigate ditches • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
See More Details >>NOTE: Must have an engineering degree will NOT consider anyone without that type of degree Looking for someone that has experience on the manufacturing floor. This is not a 100% desk job but mainly on the production floor Assembly/test experience a plus This candidate will be the 1st line of defense for any issues/questions on the manufacturing floor – equipment, parts, prints, etc. Do not have to come from Aerospace but must come from a manufacturing company The Manufacturing Engineer II is a highly experienced role that is responsible for designing, implementing, and reviewing manufacturing processes, procedures, and equipment in one or more facilities. Oversees and optimizes more complex manufacturing and assembly of new and existing Client products to identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives and drive operational excellence. Develops advanced manufacturing techniques, testing new systems and methods for efficiency, and planning assembly layouts to optimize production, quality, cost, and safety. May be responsible for developing and deploying large capital projects. • Evaluates complex manufacturing processes by conducting process analysis, applying knowledge of product design, fabrication, assembly, tooling, and materials, conferring with suppliers, and soliciting observations from operators/production technicians. • Develops complex manufacturing processes by studying product requirements, researching, designing, modifying, and testing manufacturing methods and equipment; and conferring with equipment suppliers. Prepares written and graphical work instructions to communicate manufacturing requirements to production personnel. • Refines and enhances products and processes by applying continuous improvement and key lean manufacturing/production principles and techniques to critical or high-impact areas of production. May lead special projects for a variety of products and processes. • Frequent formal and informal customer interface to present program status, including analysis of product failure, probable cause, and corrective plan. • Improves manufacturing efficiency by analyzing and planning workflow, space requirements, equipment layout and establishing and implementing "design for manufacture and assembly" plans. Assures process control and reliability for broad areas of manufacturing that may include supplier base as appropriate. • Assures product and process quality by designing testing methods, testing finished product and process capabilities, and establishing standards to confirm and validate manufacturing process requirements. Determines root cause of failures using statistical methods (e.g. design of experiment, statistical process control) that may result in changes in design, tolerances, or processing methods. • Recommends and implements changes to manufacturing processes by analyzing production, labor standards, and material costs, reviewing production schedules, and estimating future requirements. Performs program reviews of technical issues at supplier base or assist suppliers to initiate continuous improvement processes. • Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing publications, establishing industry networks, benchmarking state-of-the-art practices, and/or participating in professional associations. • Complies with federal, state, and local legal requirements (e.g. environmental, building code, safety, etc.) by studying existing and new legislation, ensuring adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions. • Recommends actions by analyzing and interpreting data and making comparative analyses. Analyzes, substantiates, and proposes changes in methods and materials with cost and quality impact. • May provide leadership to others in department. Acts as prime contact on high level projects. Establishes goals and objectives required to complete projects. Trains and mentors less experienced employees. • Shares specialized knowledge with others. Represents company on high-level projects. Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. Work assignments may include cross-functional (e.g. quality, design, or test engineering) or project team responsibilities. • The essential functions have been provided as examples of the type of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. The Company reserves the right to modify the work assignments and/or to make reasonable accommodations so that qualified employees can perform the essential functions. The job description is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities. It is intended to describe the general nature of the position. Bachelor’s degree (BS) in Manufacturing Engineering or related engineering field. Demonstrated ability to perform the essential functions of the job typically acquired through six years or more of increasingly responsible related experience. Society of Manufacturing Engineering (SME) or Mechanical Engineering (ASME) certification desired. Thorough knowledge of manufacturing and production engineering theories, principles, practices, techniques and concepts and broad knowledge of other related engineering areas and general business operations. Thorough knowledge of aerospace or similar industry products and ability to effectively assess and implement continuous improvement and lean manufacturing/production principles and techniques. May require thorough knowledge of process analysis review and statistical process control. General knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements related to manufacturing plants. Ability to use standard business applications software and/or specialized data analysis tools. Ability to work effectively with CAD/CAM systems or other computer-aided manufacturing systems. Ability to apply drafting and related machining systems to make recommendations for improved productivity. Ability to work on a variety of technical problems of diverse scope and complexity where analysis and evaluation of various outcomes require tradeoffs; solve a wide range of difficult problems in imaginative and practical ways and evaluate alternative solutions that may require coordination across multiple teams. Ability to establish goals and objectives to complete projects. Ability to read, analyze, and interpret engineering drawings, technical policies and recommend changes to procedures; effectively communicate and present information to team members, team leaders, and top management; respond to significant inquiries or complaints from customers, regulatory agencies, or members of the business community. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to negotiate effectively to obtain best prices and terms on products, materials, and services. Ability to effectively demonstrate team member competencies and participate in goal-setting, performance feedback, and self-development activities. This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S. Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements. U.S. Citizenship or U.S. Permanent Resident Status Required.
See More Details >>Embarking on a career in the mechanical trade in Dublin, GA typically begins with an apprenticeship that blends hands-on experience with classroom instruction, enabling individuals to earn while they learn. Apprenticeships in this field generally last three to four years, demanding extensive training under seasoned professionals. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, there are approximately 291,000 mechanical trade professionals nationwide, with wages averaging around $643 per week in Dublin, GA. The job market is projected to grow, with an average annual overtime income of approximately $3,200. Vocational schools, trade unions, and platforms like HireLevel offer pathways for aspiring mechanical trade professionals to secure apprenticeships, leading to a rewarding career with strong earning potential, often surpassing $566.5 per week for experienced workers.
