Full-Time Manufacturing Engineer, Solidworks

Competencies – What This Person Must Be

• Hands-On Learner: Eager to engage on the production floor and learn equipment, tooling, and process behavior.
• Team Collaborator: Works closely with operators, maintenance, and senior engineers.
• Detail-Oriented Documenter: Accurately maintains and updates process documentation and work instructions.
• Cross-Functional Communicator: Collaborates actively with operators, supervisors, and engineers.
• Curious Problem Solver: Uses data, observation, and mentoring to identify potential improvements.
• Safety and Quality Focused: Follows all 5S and safety standards; supports quality initiatives.
• Continuous Improvement Minded: Participates in CI meetings and implements assigned improvement actions.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, improving, and troubleshooting molding, MIM, CNC, automation, and assembly processes under the direction of senior engineering.
• Contribute engineering support to CI projects and kaizen activities.
• Support New Product Development (NPD) projects in collaboration with project managers.
• Support Project Management by helping manage engineering tasks within larger projects.
• Support documentation creation and revision (Standard Work Instructions, setup sheets, process checklists).
• Collect and analyze process data (cycle time, scrap, downtime) for performance tracking and process improvements.
• Participate in root-cause and corrective-action (RCCA) activities.
• Aid in mold trials, fixture setups, and validation runs.
• 3D design and fabrication of jigs, fixtures, and related process equipment
• Support 5S, safety, and housekeeping standards in production areas.
• Update ERP routing or process data as directed.
• Occasionally communicate with both customers and outside vendors on engineering, quality and production-related issues.

Key Metrics & KPI’s

• Active participation in ≥ 1 CI project per quarter
• 90% or greater of assigned tasks completed on or ahead of schedule.
• 98% or greater documentation accuracy and completeness.
• 95% or greater adherence to QMS and validation protocols.
• Ten percent or less of assigned tasks requiring rework due to quality or documentation issues

Required Experience and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Plastics or Industrial Engineering
• 0–3 years of experience in a manufacturing or production support environment (internship or co-op acceptable)
• Functional CAD experience (Solidworks) and experience creating mechanical drawings
• Exposure to Lean concepts (5S, Kaizen, waste elimination)
• Strong analytical, written and verbal communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship or project experience in injection molding, MIM, or CNC machining
• Familiarity with ERP systems
• Introductory knowledge of SPC or Six Sigma methods
• Hands-on mechanical experience
• Experience with DFM and 3D printing

Physical Requirements / Work Environment

• Ability to stand and walk on the production floor for extended periods
• Lift up to 40 lbs.
• Manual dexterity for handling tools, parts, and components
• Visual acuity sufficient to read prints, inspect parts, and identify process defects
• Tolerance for manufacturing environments with heat, noise, and moving equipment

Work Environment

• Manufacturing facility with exposure to injection molding machines, CNC equipment, and secondary operations
• Requires use of PPE including safety glasses, gloves, and hearing protection
• Frequent collaboration with production, maintenance, and engineering teams on the floor

Location: Clifton, NJ • On-site