Position Summary
ISCO Industries is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to improve manufacturing processes, increase efficiency, and support safe, high-quality production across our operations. This role works closely with production teams, plant leadership, and other departments to identify opportunities for improvement, solve manufacturing challenges, and implement solutions.
The ideal candidate is a problem-solver who enjoys being on the production floor, working with different teams, and taking ownership of projects from concept through implementation.
Key Responsibilities
• Evaluate and improve manufacturing processes to increase productivity, quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Partner with production teams and plant leadership to standardize processes and implement best practices across facilities.
• Identify and resolve manufacturing challenges using root cause analysis and continuous improvement techniques.
• Lead improvement projects from initial concept through implementation, including process documentation and employee training.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma principles to reduce waste, improve workflows, and minimize process variation.
• Conduct time studies, analyze production data, and recommend operational improvements.
• Design and implement tools, fixtures, and manufacturing solutions using CAD software.
• Collaborate with engineering, quality, safety, and operations teams to improve products and production processes.
• Support facility layout improvements, equipment upgrades, and capital projects.
• Develop work instructions and ensure processes align with ISO 9001 quality standards.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 1–3 years of manufacturing experience, or an Associate's degree in Engineering with 2–5 years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience with manufacturing processes, process improvement, and problem-solving.
• Proficiency with CAD software and ERP systems.
• Understanding of ISO 9001 quality management principles.
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification required; Black Belt preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and project management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications.
Preferred Qualifications
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.
• Experience leading Kaizen events or continuous improvement initiatives.
• Experience designing manufacturing tools, fixtures, or production layouts.