Manufacturing Engineer

Are you a seasoned engineering professional passionate about optimizing production processes in the food industry? We are seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer to spearhead operational excellence and drive innovation within a renowned family-owned company. In this pivotal role, you will lead process improvements, implement cutting-edge equipment, and collaborate across departments to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency remain at the heart of manufacturing. Your expertise will directly contribute to expanding production capabilities and maintaining the company's reputation for premium, high-quality products. If you’re driven to lead process excellence, embrace new technologies, and make a tangible impact in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply today and be a part of this exciting growth journey.

Work model:

• On-Site

What you will do:

• Support multiple production locations across the company’s facilities
• Analyze data to improve uptime and overall process efficiency
• Commit to food safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Demonstrate experience in the food manufacturing sector
• Collaborate cross-functionally from product development to production scaling
• Utilize SolidWorks for designing production components and layouts

What you will need to be successful:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, industrial, or manufacturing systems engineering
• 5+ years of hands-on experience in process and equipment optimization, preferably within food, beverage, pharmaceutical, or GMP environments
• Proven track record of managing capital projects and implementing process improvements
• Strong knowledge of Statistical Process Control and lean manufacturing principles
• Experience in analyzing operational capacity and executing efficient equipment installations

Benefits overview:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401k

• PTO

Interested and qualified candidates can contact Eric Peterson at (515) 225-7000 or email epeterson@thepalmergroup.com.