Production Engineer - Industrial Equipment Manufacturing

An international manufacturer of metal finishing products for the automotive industry is looking for a Production Engineer in the Huntington, WV area. The ideal candidate is experienced in the production life cycle from Root Cause Analysis through product launch and is well-versed in the production of mechanical parts. This is a full-time, direct-hire position and offers a competitive salary with excellent benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401(k). Production Engineer Responsibilities: Assist in the organization, planning, and implementation of components production Fabricate, install, and test components as well as develop new procedures for testing processes Train plant personnel on quality standards to ensure components conform to customer design and production requirements Aid in the coordination of plant operation and maintenance activities to ensure optimal function of equipment Participate in the development of maintenance and operation standards for the plant Collaborate with other departments to coordinate new project needs and relevant in-house machinery installation Evaluate and recommend improvements for plant to minimize machinery malfunctions Train personnel in mechanical maintenance Produce annual plan for continuous improvement and oversee implementation Schedule and create documentation for preventive maintenance of equipment Other duties as assigned Production Engineer Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering Minimum of three years of experience in a manufacturing environment Automotive manufacturing experience preferred Strong leadership skills and the ability to work well with a culturally diverse team Strong written and verbal communication skills Experience with Kaizen or other Japanese business models in automotive or other manufacturing environment Ability to speak Japanese preferred but not required This position includes working in a manufacturing and/or warehousing work environment. While performing the duties of this job you may be required to intermittently sit, stand, walk, lift up to 25 pounds, lift in excess of 25 pounds with a lift assist, climb stairs, use hands to handle or feel parts/equipment, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend at the waist, talk and hear. You may also be required to use close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and peripheral vision. Activ8 Recruitment & Solutions / Renaissance Resources Inc. has been a trusted leader in North American recruiting for Japanese businesses for over 25 years. We specialize in connecting top talent with companies in the Automotive, Electronics, Food & Beverage, Logistics, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas, Banking & Finance, and Entertainment industries. Our client-focused approach ensures that we understand your unique needs, whether you’re a company seeking skilled professionals or a candidate looking for the right career opportunity. By working closely with each individual, we provide tailored solutions that drive success. We screen ALL Candidates to verify the validity of each applicant's provided information. Upon submitting your resume, we will contact only those candidates that we deem qualified for our client. If we do not contact you, we do not see the fit for the position. If we are unable to reach you in a reasonable timeframe, you will be eliminated from the pool of potential candidates. We prioritize direct applicants; third-party resumes may not be reviewed.