Manufacturing Engineer | Bad Axe, MI
Salary Range: $74,000 - $113,000 depending on experience
Are you a forward-thinking professional with a passion for optimizing manufacturing processes and improving production efficiency? The Pivot Group Network, a Michigan manufacturing-focused recruiting group, is committed to fostering meaningful relationships in the manufacturing community. We partner with companies in the Bad Axe area seeking skilled Manufacturing Engineers.
We are building our network of talent in this field across Michigan's manufacturing regions. Our partner companies may or may not have an immediate opening for this exact role today, but we actively look for skilled professionals in the regions where they operate. If there is alignment now or in the near future, we reach out.
This posting covers Manufacturing Engineer opportunities with manufacturers based in and around Bad Axe in Huron County, within about 45 minutes of the city, including Ubly, Pigeon, Harbor Beach, and Minden City.
The Opportunity
We partner with manufacturers across the Bad Axe area seeking Manufacturing Engineers who want more than a lateral move. These companies hire intentionally, and we connect them with professionals ready for roles that fit.
Usual Responsibilities
- Design or revise fixtures, tooling, and workstation layouts to support production needs.
- Develop and maintain process documentation, work instructions, and standard operating procedures.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues and quality escapes.
- Run time studies and capacity analysis to support line balancing and staffing decisions.
- Coordinate equipment installation, validation, and startup with maintenance and vendors.
- Support continuous improvement projects using lean tools such as 5S, kaizen, and value stream mapping.
- Provide engineering support to production supervisors and operators during daily operations.
- Evaluate production processes and identify opportunities to reduce waste and improve throughput.
Recommended Qualifications
- Three or more years of hands-on manufacturing engineering experience in a production environment.
- Working knowledge of lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methods.
- Experience with CAD software and reading engineering drawings.
- Familiarity with root cause analysis and corrective action processes.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross functional work.
- Bachelor's degree in manufacturing, industrial, or mechanical engineering.
Bonus Qualifications
- Experience with ERP or MES systems in a production setting.
- Background in machining, welding, or metal fabrication processes.
- Experience with automated assembly or robotics integration.
- Six Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certification.
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 or IATF 16949 quality systems.
Job Titles That Should Apply
Industrial Engineer, Production Engineer, Continuous Improvement Engineer, Lean Manufacturing Engineer, Manufacturing Systems Engineer, Operations Engineer, Methods Engineer, Tooling Engineer, Process Engineer
Work Authorization
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without current or future visa sponsorship. Visa sponsorship is not available.
Why The Pivot Group Network
The Pivot Group Network was founded by manufacturing professionals who've been on both sides of the hiring process. Our clients are strategic - they partner with us because they want real insight into their roles and the people filling them, not a stack of resumes. We focus on match-driven placements built around what actually matters: Commute, Compensation, Culture, and Career trajectory. Learn more at https://www.thepivotgroup.org.
If you're ready to take the next step in your career and connect with a firm that values fit over speed, we invite you to reach out at https://www.thepivotgroup.org. The Pivot Group Network offers resources to support your search - market insights, resume feedback, and interview preparation. As our partnerships grow, we'll reach out with opportunities aligned with your goals. Thank you for considering this approach to career advancement.