Manufacturing Equipment Engineer

Overview

This is not just another engineering role, it's an opportunity to step into a mission-critical position where your expertise will directly shape the future of our growing company. You'll be able to train with our incumbent Manufacturing Equipment Engineer for several months before their retirement, giving you the confidence and continuity needed to succeed.

Position Overview : The Manufacturing Equipment Engineer plays a critical part in ensuring production reliability, driving process improvements, and leading technical initiatives that impact both current operations and future innovation. Working closely with the maintenance and engineering team, this position provides engineering and technical support for production equipment and operations. The Manufacturing Equipment Engineer will develop and implement cost-effective manufacturing processes, recommend and execute process improvements, and coordinate new or revised machinery launches.

Essential Job Functions

• Commitment to company core values (Integrity, Respect, Excellence, Service, Interdependence, Listening, Accountability)
• Design, develop, and validate electrical equipment, components, circuits, or systems to ensure performance, safety, and reliability standards are achieved
• Apply mathematical modeling, engineering analysis, and computer simulations to optimize designs
• Conduct research on new technologies to innovate and implement solutions that improve equipment reliability and efficiency
• Inspect and diagnose machine malfunctions, underperforming equipment, or inefficient processes
• Repair and / or replace defective parts or equipment; ensure machinery is maintained to proper standards
• Recommend and implement Preventative & Predictive Maintenance programs, lubrication schedules, and non-destructive testing practices
• Lead, mentor, and train Maintenance Technicians; fill in as needed to support maintenance team coverage
• Design, develop, test, and / or source tools, machinery, and equipment; prepare cost justifications for new investments
• Collaborate with vendors, contractors, and internal teams (purchasing, quality, safety, production, accounting, sales) to solve problems and drive improvements
• Manage maintenance and engineering projects, ensuring safety, budget, timeline, and scope requirements are met
• Maintain accurate logs of maintenance activities, parts usage, and equipment performance
• Support production launches of new or revised machinery; troubleshoot and resolve manufacturing / design issues
• Maintain a proactive "willingness-to-learn" mindset, continually developing technical skills, including PLC and advanced control systems
• Travel regularly between Beach City and Gnadenhutten facilities

Requirements

Why Work at Progressive Foam?

We are not perfect, but we take pride in creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and empowered to grow. You'll find meaningful work, opportunities to advance, and a positive, team-driven culture that makes coming to work enjoyable. And the benefits? They're some of the best you'll find!

Compensation details : 90000-105000

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