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

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Overview

Confidential Client (Engineering) is hiring an entry-level Manufacturing Engineer to support assembly operations in Davenport, IA. This hands-on role focuses on continuous improvement, process development, and small capital projects that improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

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What You’ll Do

• Work with cross-functional teams to identify and implement continuous improvement projects that target safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Lead and manage small- to moderate-scope capital projects from planning through implementation.
• Establish and maintain production layouts, labor standards, work methods, and sequences for assembly operations.
• Analyze, develop, and introduce new manufacturing processes and relevant technologies.
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting for current assembly operations and production issues.
• Identify and implement cost reduction and ergonomic improvement ideas for loader cab assembly operations.

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What You’ll Need (Minimum Qualifications)

• 1+ years of experience with manufacturing processes, quality systems, tooling, preventative maintenance, or facilities support.
• Practical experience using engineering tools and manufacturing execution systems (MES).
• Demonstrated experience leading or implementing projects in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with operators, peers, and leadership.
• Self-motivated with the ability to execute tasks with minimal supervision.
• Bachelor’s degree in an engineering/technology discipline (Industrial, Mechanical, Manufacturing, Electrical preferred) or equivalent related work experience.

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Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience with assembly operations and labor standards development.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
• Experience supporting loader cab or similar assembly lines is a plus.

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Location & Work Authorization

• Location: Davenport, IA (onsite).
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Estimated salary: $48,543 per year (estimated).
• Must be authorized to work in the United States and eligible for W-2 employment; no third-party visa sponsorship is provided.

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Why Apply

• Opportunity to develop practical engineering skills and lead visible improvement projects.
• Work with cross-functional teams in a manufacturing environment that values accountability and continuous improvement.
• Direct hire with Confidential Client via Careertakes; access to other matched opportunities on the Careertakes platform.

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About Confidential Client

Confidential Client operates in the Engineering industry and seeks to continuously improve manufacturing operations by investing in people and processes. The organization values personal accountability, follow-through, and a collaborative team environment.

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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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