Watermark Designs, Ltd. is hiring: Manufacturing Engineer in New York

Overview

Watermark Designs is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer to join our team during an exciting period of expansion. As a key player in our 3 to 5-year growth plan, you will contribute to building our business threefold. This involves completing a new warehouse space, relocating our factory picking operation to an adjacent space, and spearheading the redesign and expansion of our manufacturing operations. Your role will be critical in enhancing our metal polishing, decorative plating, powder and enamel spray coating, and final assembly processes.

Base pay

$100,000.00/yr - $125,000.00/yr

About the Company:

Watermark Designs is a leading manufacturer of luxury plumbing fixtures and accessories for kitchen and bath. We have been headquartered in Brooklyn, New York for over fifty years and our elite collections have been incorporated into some of the world\'s most exclusive residences, hotels, and high-rises. We sell to thousands of kitchen and bath dealers across the country and have worked with world-renowned architects and designers on elite projects. Our commitment to distinctive product quality blends hands-on design, development, and cutting-edge equipment.

We value an entrepreneurial spirit and imaginative teamwork. We encourage our employees to push boundaries and to become thoughtful leaders.

About the Role:

Watermark Designs is seeking a dynamic Manufacturing Engineer to join our team during an exciting period of expansion. As a key player in our 3 to 5-year growth plan, you will contribute to building our business threefold. This involves completing a new warehouse space, relocating our factory picking operation to an adjacent space, and spearheading the redesign and expansion of our manufacturing operations. Your role will be critical in enhancing our metal polishing, decorative plating, powder and enamel spray coating, and final assembly processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the improvement and update of metal polishing, decorative plating (copper, nickel, chrome, gold), powder and enamel spray coating, and final assembly processes to support a 3x business growth.
• Implement lean methods and leverage updated technology to optimize manufacturing efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of new processes.
• Provide technical expertise and support for process troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• Lead the factory environmental safety program

Required qualifications

• Bachelor\'s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, or related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in manufacturing, with a focus on process optimization and redesign.
• Proven track record of successful implementation of Lean methodologies.
• Familiarity with advanced manufacturing technologies and automation.
• Previous experience in a luxury manufacturing environment is highly desirable.
• Minitab, JMP Statistical software
• MS Office
• CAD Software, SolidWorks or similar

Preferred qualifications

• Strong expertise in metal polishing, decorative plating, and powder/enamel spray coating.
• SPC Implementation.
• Proficient in both English and Spanish.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan.
• Medical insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Life insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Discretionary annual bonus.

Relocation package available for highly qualified candidates from outside the New York Metro Area

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status or disability status.