About Careertakes

👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Manufacturing — Custom Crating & Transit Protection Solutions.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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What You’ll Do

Confidential Client is hiring an entry-level manufacturing/process engineer to support on-site production, quoting, and continuous improvement activities. Key responsibilities include:

• Create basic crate and packaging designs using SolidWorks to support customer quotations and manufacturing.
• Develop and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) for manufacturing projects.
• Prepare and update work travelers, manufacturing instructions, and production documentation.
• Analyze production flows and recommend changes to increase efficiency, reduce waste, and improve quality.
• Support the quoting process by developing accurate material requirements and manufacturing estimates.
• Coordinate with purchasing to identify and secure materials required for production.
• Assist in developing manufacturing standards, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Collaborate with production personnel to resolve manufacturing issues and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
• Maintain engineering drawings, revision records, and manufacturing documentation.
• Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action when production issues arise.
• Ensure compliance with company safety, quality, and operational standards.

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Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial Engineering or related engineering discipline — or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in SolidWorks.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical specifications.
• Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Office; familiarity with ERP/MRP systems preferred.
• Internship or 1–3 years prior experience in a manufacturing environment is desirable.
• Experience creating BOMs and production documentation.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes (fabrication, machining, welding, assembly) and Lean/Continuous Improvement principles.
• Excellent organization, communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Self-motivated, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Comfortable working collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

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What We Offer

Benefits (typical offerings):

• 401(k) with matching (employer match listed in original posting)
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health savings account (HSA)
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

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Schedule

• Monday – Thursday
• Day shift (example schedule indicated: 5:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.)
• 40-hour work week with occasional overtime

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Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Role requires regular presence on the manufacturing floor and ability to move around the facility.
• Frequent standing, walking, reaching with hands and arms, repetitive hand use; occasional lifting up to 40 lbs.
• Ability to hear, speak, and perform duties for up to 8 hours per day.
• Reasonable accommodations will be considered for qualified applicants with disabilities.

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Other Information

• This is an on-site, non-hybrid position supporting plant operations. Confidential Client is committed to operational excellence and continuous improvement.
• The duties listed are representative but not exhaustive; employees may be asked to perform other job-related tasks as needed.

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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