Transparent Search Group
About the job Manufacturing Engineer Job Title: Manufacturing Engineer Location: Ames, IA Salary: $85,000 $95,000 per year Job Type: Full-time | On-siteOverviewWe're hiring a Manufacturing Engineer to lead process development and ensure high-quality, efficient production operations. This role focuses on manufacturing process design, optimization, and the successful transition from design to production, rather than product design.What You'll DoDevelop and document robust, cost-effective manufacturing processesLead pre-production validation: PFMEA, control plans, capability studiesSupport tooling, equipment, and fixture readinessConduct root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issuesApply Lean and Six Sigma tools to improve efficiency and reduce wasteCollaborate cross-functionally to launch new designs and meet ISO standardsTrain operators and support internal auditsWhat You'll NeedBachelor's in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical Engineering5+ years of experience in manufacturing or process engineeringBackground in ISO quality systems and ERP (Syteline a plus)Strong communication, analytical, and project management skillsProficiency in Microsoft Office, CAD tools, and Lean methodologiesExperience with industrial/heavy-duty products preferredApply today to help shape quality-driven, efficient manufacturing operations from the ground up.