Manufacturing / Process Engineer

About the Company
Our client is a manufacturer of custom-designed stampings and stamped assemblies serving a variety of automotive and industrial customers. They are seeking a detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer to join their Engineering team at their Menomonee Falls, WI facility.
Key Responsibilities
• Design and improve control systems and production processes to maximize efficiency, reduce waste, and establish standard production rates.
• Implement new machines, dies, tooling, and assembly equipment.
• Train production staff on new processes and develop detailed work instructions, procedures, and manuals.
• Manage process documentation and prepare production reports.
• Monitor process variances, identify out-of-control manufacturing processes, investigate root causes, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
• Conduct cost comparison studies and analyze workforce utilization, facility layouts, production costs, and routing procedures.
• Test, observe, and inspect production tooling to establish and maintain standard process data.
• Recommend process improvements to increase efficiency, reduce material and utility waste, and lower manufacturing costs.
• Prepare and maintain documentation related to process studies, recommendations, and improvements.
• Participate in new product launches and assist with process design to ensure cost-effective and error-free manufacturing.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
Experience with any of the following is a plus:
• Metal stamping
• Assembly
• Automation
• PLC programming
• Welding
• Machining
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Strong mechanical aptitude and troubleshooting skills.
• Advanced knowledge of production machinery, manufacturing processes, and production standards.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Proficiency with:
SolidWorks , AutoCAD , Microsoft Office
• Understanding of GD&T is a plus.
• Ability to analyze technical drawings, procedures, production data, and time-study information.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to prepare technical reports and standard work documentation.
• Ability to communicate effectively with managers, engineers, production employees, and other stakeholders.
Mathematical Skills
• Ability to work with probability, statistical inference, geometry, and trigonometry.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical manufacturing situations.
Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate will have a hands-on manufacturing engineering background, strong mechanical and troubleshooting skills, and experience improving production processes. Candidates with exposure to stamping, tooling, automation, PLCs, welding, machining, or assembly environments will be especially valuable