About Careertakes

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Position Overview

Confidential Client is seeking an entry-level Weekend Shift Manufacturing Engineer (Manufacturing Engineer 1) to support production and post-production activities at a Savannah, GA facility. This role works under moderate supervision to author manufacturing work instructions, support planning improvements, perform production studies, and apply Lean/Six Sigma methods to improve manufacturing quality and efficiency.

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What You’ll Do

• Perform technical studies and analyze existing or proposed operations to recommend equipment, tooling and optimal manufacturing methods.
• Develop detailed sequence-of-operations and assembly methodology for complex assemblies and components.
• Author manufacturing work instructions and DRDI/DMT rework instructions to drive zero-defect outcomes.
• Create and maintain MBOMs in SAP/Solumina/Corridor (as applicable) to ensure correct part installation and process alignment.
• Conduct producibility studies from engineering drawings and support make-or-buy analyses.
• Apply statistical methods and generate manufacturing data/reports to estimate requirements and identify improvement opportunities.
• Incorporate Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and ergonomics into processes; participate as a team member or leader on improvement projects.
• Support Safety, Sustainability, and Business Continuity initiatives.
• Travel as needed (up to 25%) and work the designated weekend day shift schedule.

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Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field — or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Entry-level / Manufacturing Engineer 1 experience level.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, apply shop math, and follow engineering configuration requirements.
• Proficiency with personal computers and common software tools (MS Office).
• Strong written and verbal English communication skills.

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Preferred Skills

• Experience with CATIA or SolidWorks (3D CAD) preferred.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP/MRP systems, and authoring MBOMs preferred.
• Experience creating MS Power BI metrics and dashboards preferred.
• Basic knowledge of Lean and/or Six Sigma principles. Lean Specialist certification or higher is a plus.
• Familiarity with CADAM, production tooling, quality control processes, and plant safety practices.

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Additional Details

• Estimated compensation: $69,338 per year (estimated).
• Employment type: Full-time.
• Shift: Weekend Days (weekend shift schedule).
• Travel: Up to 25%.
• Requisition Number: 234923
• Category: Operations Engineering
• Posting End Date: 08/03/2026
• Work authorization: Confidential Client does not provide work visa sponsorship for this position unless the applicant is a currently sponsored Confidential Client employee.

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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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