Process Manufacturing Engineer
$104,500-$118,250
•
Worcester , MA
• Direct Hire
• Job Number:276452
• Posted:11/11/2026
Job Description
We are seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to improve productivity, quality, safety, delivery, and cost throughout manufacturing operations. This role works closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, and Maintenance, spending significant time on the manufacturing floor evaluating processes and implementing practical improvements. Responsibilities include leading Lean initiatives and Kaizen events, conducting time studies and capacity analyses, improving production layouts and workflow, and developing tooling, fixtures, and standardized work instructions. The Manufacturing Engineer will also troubleshoot production issues, lead root-cause investigations, implement corrective actions, and support the introduction and validation of new equipment and processes.
Requirements
Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, along with experience in a manufacturing environment. Candidates must have a strong understanding of Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel. Must be comfortable working directly with production employees and cross-functional teams to implement sustainable improvements. Experience with machining, CNC manufacturing, metal forming, or stamping is preferred. Lean Six Sigma certification and experience with Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Kaizen, Standard Work, Kanban, and Visual Management are also preferred.
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