Manufacturing Engineer​/Louisville, MS

Manufacturing Engineer

Taylor Defense Products, LLC 107 Thompson Street Louisville, MS 39339

Taylor Defense Products was established in 2017 as part of the Taylor Group of Companies. Our mission is to provide the U.S. Military, its allies, and the U.S. government with the longest-lasting, best-supported, and lowest total cost material handling, construction, engineering, and logistics products. Taylor Defense has been rewarded for our performance and has continued to capture additional work which is now ramping up.

Current contracts will provide a steady base of work for the next 7 years as we continue to grow. Taylor Defense operates in a culture of high expectation and high personal responsibility where our team approach and support within a flat organizational structure allows for rewarding results and supports rapid advancement. Like our customers, we are looking for a few good men and women to join our team.

Bring your skills and your character to make us a better performing team.

• Lead the development and improvement of manufacturing processes across all stages-burning, bending, machining, welding, assembly, and finishing.
• Conduct work time standard studies and perform methods analysis to improve manpower utilization and throughput.
• Work with production teams to evaluate individual and team performance, recommend improvements, and help implement changes.
• Support plant layout and workstation planning, including studies on material flow and handling to identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Recommend and help implement changes in material storage, process flow, and facility layout for improved efficiency.
• Assist with design-for-manufacturing feedback to engineering and aid in design changes that reduce production cost or complexity.
• Prepare cost estimates for prototype builds and new product introductions.
• Evaluate and improve informational flow systems (routing, BOMs, instructions) for clarity, accuracy, and usability.
• Assist in implementation of lean initiatives and continuous improvement projects.
• Provide training and support to other employees as needed to implement best practices in manufacturing engineering.

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in manufacturing environments.
• Knowledge of heavy equipment fabrication, metal forming, CNC machining, and mechanical assembly.
• Proficiency in analyzing workflows, performing time studies, and process improvements.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities while keeping leadership informed.

• AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) credential.
• Experience with CNC programming, welding processes, and tooling design.
• Familiarity with ERP systems and manufacturing data management.

• Competitive salary based on experience, along with benefits package, including healthcare, retirement plans, and paid time off.

• Medical/Prescription
• Dental
• Vision
• Vacation
• 10 Holidays
• 401K
• Company Paid Life Insurance