Manufacturing Engineer I

Classification: Exempt 

Department: Engineering  

Reports to: Manufacturing Engineering Manager 

Date: January 2026 

Manufacturing Engineering 1 

JOB DESCRIPTION 

Summary/ Objectives  

MFG engineers work under the guidance and direction of manufacturing engineers and under the supervision of the Manufacturing Engineering Manager.  MFG Engineers provide support for both engineering and the production shop floor by aiding in identifying and executing continuous improvement activities and providing support for product and process development. 

Essential Functions 

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  

1. Possess a working knowledge of manufacturing operations, material consumptions and movements, and manufacturing methods to craft precise and accurate methods of manufacturing 


2. Ensures product quality by developing testing and assurance methods and defining them with operations on the ERP bill of operations 


3. Document, design, develop, and implement or recommend production tooling and machinery to support manufacturing efficiency improvements or new production processes 


4. Provide detailed review and costing of manufacturing requirements or needs as assigned to project efforts and requests 


5. Documentation, review, and completion of EWR’s and ECO’s through the manufacturing engineering process as assigned 


6. Create, load, update, and facilitate MOM/BOM updates into Kinetic that are derived from ECO’s or document mark-ups either directly or through CADlink 


7. Assist product design in the creation and facilitation of First Article process including documentation and processing 


8. Engage project engineering to ensure products have detailed product test plans that align with quality and/or performance requirements for production 


9. Ensures thoroughness of production work instructions by occasionally reviewing, creating, and updating supporting documentation. 


10. Participates in production and engineering departmental studies and process improvements 


11. Frequently review assigned manufacturing processes to identify opportunities for enhanced OEE 


12. Document and participate in implementation efforts of continuous improvement opportunities for assigned processes related to safety, quality, service, cost, and efficiency 

Competencies  

1. Microsoft O365 


2. Problem solving and critical thinking 


3. CAD Modeling software, specifically SolidWorks 


4. Solid understanding of engineering standards 


5. Foundational knowledge of machinery assembly, coating, welding, and CNC manufacturing processes 


6. Lean Six Sigma 

Supervisory Responsibility 

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.  

Work Environment 

Professional office setting with individual workspace.  Frequent work in the production work areas and warehouse. 

Physical Demands 

1. Lifting and Carrying up to 50 lbs. 


2. Standing and Walking 


3. Reaching and Staying in Position 


4. Pushing and Pulling 


5. Sitting and Alternating positions 

Position Type & Expected Hours of Work 

This is a full-time, exempt position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday, 8:00AM to 5:00PM. This position may occasionally require long hours and weekend work.  

Travel 

Travel may be necessary on a planned basis to other Puck, LLC manufacturing locations. 

Required Education & Experience 

1. High School Diploma/GED or higher 


2. Minimum 3 years of related manufacturing experience 

Preferred Education & Experience 

1. Associates degree or higher in engineering or related science 


2. Minimum 2 years of manufacturing engineering experience 


3. Minimum Yellow Belt level certification in Lean Six Sigma
    

Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) 

Puck provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all team members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Puck complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. 

Puck expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of Puck’s team members to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge. 

Other Duties 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.