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Manufacturing Project Engineer

Job in Hickory, Catawba County, North Carolina, 28601, USA
Listing for: Ajulia Executive Search
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-23
Job specializations:
  • Manufacturing / Production
    Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Operations Engineer
  • Engineering
    Manufacturing Engineer, Quality Engineering, Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma, Operations Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Overview

The Manufacturing Project Engineer leads key manufacturing improvement initiatives that strengthen operational efficiency, production quality, and cost effectiveness. This role serves as a critical link between engineering, production, and management, driving continuous improvement and innovation across the plant.

  • Manufacturing Industry experience
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or related methodologies preferred.
  • Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes

Are you looking to make a career change to a stable company? This exciting opportunity offers a competitive salary plus an excellent benefits package including medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance and paid PTO.Does this position match your future career goals? Then this opportunity could be the right fit for you.

Why should you apply?

Job Requirements and

Qualifications:

Job Requirements and Qualifications
  • Bachelor s degree in Engineering.
  • Manufacturing Industry experience.
  • Solid understanding of mechanical engineering principles and manufacturing processes.
  • Communicate and collaborate with other managers, suppliers, and contractors.
  • Lead production improvement projects focused on process optimization, efficiency gains, and waste reduction.
  • Collaborate with maintenance, engineering, quality, and production teams to resolve operational issues and implement sustainable solutions.
  • Analyze production data to identify opportunities for performance improvement, cost reduction, and capacity expansion.
  • Support Lean manufacturing initiatives, process control enhancements, and equipment upgrades.
  • Drive cross-functional project teams to meet deliverables within defined timelines and budget constraints.
  • Develop and monitor KPIs to ensure consistent achievement of production and reliability goals.
  • Partner with operations teams to plan and coordinate shop floor activities that align with project milestones and production priorities
  • Ensure compliance with safety regulations, industry standards, and quality control protocols.
  • Communicate with stakeholders, providing regular updates, reports, and presentations on project status.
  • Proficiency in technical writing and project documentation.

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