Manufacturing Engineer– Assembly Line

Lanco•Union City, TN

21h•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and optimization of assembly line processes. The candidate will combine strong knowledge of Lean, Assembly Line Design, and heavy equipment to create safe, quality, efficient, and high-throughput results.

Requirements

3-10+ years of Engineering experience in heavy equipment or automotive including g., Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical Design, Process, Tooling, etc.
g., Cranes, construction equipment, or automotive
1-5+ years of specialized Assembly Line Design within Manufacturing Engineering
Capable of leading new and complete assembly line designs and their implementation
Specifically focused on assembly line architecture, including line balancing, takt time analysis, and workstation optimization
DFMA (part consolidation, modular sub-assemblies, mistake proofing), Takt Time & Line Balancing (time studies, work distribution, and off-line cells), Progressive Station Design (sub-components, chassis, drivetrain, hydraulics, electrical, turret, boom, cab), Material Logistics (PFEP, kitting, POU, two-bin kanban), Quality & Compliance (PFMEA, standard work instructions, testing)
Implementation of Lean & CI with improved business metric results
Metrics, goals, root cause problem solving, visual daily management, VSM, 6S, kaizen
g., Safety (injury reduction), Quality (scrap, rework, warranty), Delivery (throughput-capacity, on-time delivery, lead-time), Cost (productivity, headcount), Inventory
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering - Manufacturing, Industrial, or Mechanical
Travel: 10% if located in Union City, TN; 25% if Monee, IL; 50% if East South Central
ERP Systems for Routings and Bills of Material management
Data analysis, Excel, Power BI
Proficiency in 3D CAD software and 2D CAD plant layout
Project management, problem-solving, and communication skills
Ability to work on the shop floor for extended periods and lift 50 lbs.

Nice To Haves

Industry leading companies such as Caterpillar, John Deere, Toyota, Ford, GM, etc.

Responsibilities

Assembly Line Design & Optimization: Design, implement, and upgrade assembly layouts, optimizing workflow, material flow, and workstation ergonomics.
Lean & Continuous Improvement (Lean/6S): Utilize Lean manufacturing tools (VSM, 6S, Kaizen) to identify bottlenecks, reduce waste, and improve quality.
Root Cause Analysis: Investigate and resolve production assembly issues, non-conformances, and safety hazards, implementing corrective actions (RCCA).
Process Documentation: Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and bills of materials (BOMs) for complex mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical assemblies.
New Product Introductions (NPI): Serve as the manufacturing lead for product launches, drive Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA), lead manufacturing readiness for next-generation crane models including electrification initiatives.
Tooling & Fixture Design: Design, source, and implement assembly fixtures, jib cranes, lifting tools, and specialized jigs to support heavy component installation.