Job Description

One Tech Engineering is searching for a Manufacturing Engineer for a position located in Neillsville, Wisconsin. The Manufacturing Engineer leads the inspection team to ensure high-quality output while also supporting process improvement, new product introduction, and manufacturing system development.

The candidate must be a US Citizen or a green card holder, the position is not eligible for sponsorship. The candidate should have 4-10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering and/or quality inspection.

Manufacturing Engineer Responsibilities:

• Lead new product introductions and design-for-manufacturability reviews with customers.
• Apply standard and advanced manufacturing and quality techniques to develop and optimize processes.
• Support reverse engineering efforts by generating accurate blueprints from customer-supplied parts.
• Lead or participate in cost reduction initiatives and feasibility studies as part of cross-functional teams.
• Use lean tools and techniques to identify and execute continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure engineering documentation meets company standards and guidelines.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and manufacturing methods to improve agility, cost, and quality.
• Monitor and report project progress, expenditures, and findings.
• Supervise quality technicians and inspectors, providing training on inspection methods and tools.
• Investigate root causes of defects and lead the development of corrective actions.
• Develop and enforce inspection policies, schedules, and procedures.
• Maintain and improve relationships with internal teams, suppliers, and customers to resolve quality issues.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by delivering defect-free products and overseeing third-party inspections.
• Support audits and maintain the calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment.
• Conduct hiring, discipline, and performance appraisals for quality personnel.
• Develop a cohesive and motivated team culture that encourages accountability and excellence.
• Schedule department team members effectively to support production and inspection needs.
• Foster cross-departmental collaboration and build effective working relationships across facilities.

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field preferred; associate degree with extensive experience considered.
• 4-10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering and/or quality inspection.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and applying GD&T, tolerance analysis, and statistical tools.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and ERP systems such as Visual Enterprise or uniPoint.
• Demonstrated experience in lean manufacturing, root cause analysis, and corrective/preventive action processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills across multiple organizational levels.
• Capable of resolving technical and operational issues independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results within defined timelines.