Manufacturing Engineer
| Category: | Professional |
| Location: | Knoxville, TN 37914 |
| Pay: | $90,000.00 Annually |
| Posted: | 2 weeks ago |
| Status: | Open |
Description
Manufacturing Engineer
We’re looking for a hands-on Senior Manufacturing Engineer who thrives on the shop floor, leads with urgency, and turns complex manufacturing challenges into measurable results.
You’ll lead new product launches, champion lean process improvements, and collaborate cross-functionally to elevate safety, quality, and productivity.
If you’re passionate about operational excellence, root cause problem-solving, and making a visible difference in a high-performance manufacturing environment, this is your opportunity to lead from the front! HIRING NOW!!!
What's in it for you?
We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to reward performance and support your well-being.
- Performance Bonus
- Medical insurance coverage
- Company-paid life insurance Company-paid AD&D insurance
- 401k with 100% company match
- PTO available starting Day 1
Manufacturing Engineer Details:
Direct Hire position- $
90,000.00 to $ 115,000.00 / annually First Shift ( Monday throughFriday from 08:00am to05:00pm )
- Lead new product launches including process design, equipment specification, validation (PPAP), and capital planning.
- Own and improve manufacturing processes to drive safety, quality, productivity, and cost performance.
- Develop and maintain FMEA, Control Plans, operating instructions, and ensure QMS compliance.
- Troubleshoot production issues, lead root cause analysis, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
- Collaborate with Program Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, and Operations to implement lean improvements and best practices.
Manufacturing Engineer Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or related technical field required.
- 5–10 years of manufacturing engineering experience with proven success in process improvement and new product launch.
- Strong background in lean manufacturing principles, FMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, and root cause problem solving.
- Hands-on experience with complex mechanical assembly, tooling, machining, pneumatics, and production equipment.
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate cross-functionally and work effectively on the shop floor.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and celebrate diversity at all levels of our organization.
How to Apply:
Email, call, or text us today! Feel free to apply online at www.elwoodjobs.com!
Nadia Ashraf
4111 Central Avenue
Columbus, IN 47203
(812) 372-6200
nadia.ashraf@elwoodprofessional.com
Qualifications
*See above for qualifications
