About Careertakes

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Role overview

Plant 24 Manufacturing Engineer — Creedmoor, NC. This manufacturing engineering role supports plant operations, leads continuous-improvement initiatives (Kaizen), and helps implement lean manufacturing and state-of-the-art equipment to improve quality, throughput, and cost. You will work cross-functionally with Operations, Sales, Service, Suppliers, and Customers for a Confidential Client in the engineering sector.

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What You’ll Do

• Facilitate implementation and operation of state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to drive production improvements
• Lead and participate in Kaizen events to reduce cost and cycle time
• Partner with daily operations to troubleshoot process issues and optimize flow
• Provide engineering support for product design, assembly processes, and production testing
• Communicate technical specifications and provide technical support to sales and service teams
• Interface directly with suppliers and customers to resolve production or quality issues
• Contribute to cross-department projects to grow product and process knowledge
• Operate with appropriate entry-level decision-making latitude and escalate when needed

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Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required
• EIT registration or ability to obtain EIT registration required
• Current valid driver’s license
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated attention to detail and record of responsibility
• Customer-service oriented, motivated, goal-driven, and persistent
• Able to work independently and collaboratively within a team
• Able to handle stress and meet deadlines
• Willingness to travel up to 25%, potentially on short notice (may include air travel)

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Preferred / Nice-to-Have

• Practical experience with lean tools and Kaizen facilitation
• Familiarity with manufacturing equipment selection, testing, and commissioning
• Prior exposure to plant-floor continuous improvement programs
• Experience supporting cross-functional teams (Operations, Sales, Service)

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Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated pay (from source): $56,230 per year — actual compensation may vary based on experience and final offer
• Competitive benefits typical for manufacturing/engineering roles: medical, dental, prescription drug coverage, retirement 401(k) program, paid time off, flexible spending accounts, tuition assistance, employee assistance programs, life and AD&D insurance

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Location & Mobility

• Position based in Creedmoor, NC. Candidates should be prepared for on-site work with travel up to 25% for supplier/customer and site support. Advancement and relocation opportunities may be available across the company’s locations for qualified candidates.

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About the Employer

The role is posted on behalf of a Confidential Client operating in the Engineering industry that designs, manufactures, and supports specialized equipment. The Confidential Client favors candidates who embrace continuous improvement, teamwork, and customer-first principles.

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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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