Manufacturing Engineer Job at Transparent Search Group, Waterloo, IA

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  • Transparent Search Group
  • Waterloo, IA

Job Description

Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Waterloo, IA

Salary: $60,000 $90,000 (commensurate with experience)

Join a Forward-Thinking Manufacturing Team

We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on innovation, continuous improvement, and process optimization. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and refinement of manufacturing processes that ensure high-quality, cost-effective production from concept to launch. You will also play a key role in updating and enhancing existing products and systems to drive operational excellence.

What You'll Do

  • Lead Process Development: Drive manufacturability assessments of new designs, guiding them from concept through to first production runs.

  • Optimize Production: Design and implement efficient, scalable manufacturing methods, tooling, fixtures, and plant layouts.

  • Drive Improvements: Champion Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives across production processes.

  • Support Quality & Compliance: Collaborate on product testing standards, quality assurance procedures, and final inspection protocols.

  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with engineering, purchasing, and leadership teams on procurement, scheduling, and product lifecycle changes.

  • Report & Recommend: Generate data-driven reports and present recommendations to senior management on key projects and productivity metrics.

  • Mentor & Guide: Provide technical leadership to teams supporting manufacturing operations and project execution.

What You Bring

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Process, or Mechanical Engineering preferred; Associate degree with strong experience considered.

  • Experience: 310 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, industrial, or process engineering roles.

  • Process Knowledge: Strong background in BOMs, routings, time/motion studies, and standard setting.

  • Systems Expertise: Proficiency with MRP/ERP systems and production planning tools.

  • Quality Focus: Experience implementing QA programs and using precision instruments for calibration and sampling.

  • Continuous Improvement Mindset: Proven success with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or Six Sigma methodologies.

Why Join Us?

This is your chance to join a company that values engineering excellence, innovation, and employee development. You'll be part of a collaborative, hands-on environment where your ideas directly impact performance and product quality.

Apply today to shape the future of manufacturing in a company that invests in both process and people.

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