Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Emerson · Mansfield, OH
- Level
- Manager
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 8+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A management manufacturing role at Emerson (industrial) in Mansfield, OH. Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
- They ask for
- 8+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Root cause
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From the plant jobs report · week of November 2, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Ohio: typical posted base $81k–$115k.
Median of the low and high ends of 14 live postings that list pay, out of 91 manufacturing engineer openings in Ohio, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
Ohio plant jobs report →Pay by team and state →What moves pay →
How this role compares
Against 90 other live manufacturing postings in Ohio.
- Base pay
- Not listed in this posting
- Experience asked
- More than usual (8+ vs 5+)
Typical $80k–$115k, from 13 postings that list pay.
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Lean 45%
- ✓ Team leadership 42%
- Tooling 38%
- ✓ Root cause 35%
- ✓ Six Sigma 33%
- New product launch 30%
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This plant: Emerson in Mansfield
1 other open role at this site · 6 people we found in manufacturing roles at Emerson.
- Manufacturing Engineer · Manufacturing
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Who you are
You work effectively as part of a team and collaborate with colleagues to achieve maintenance goals. You understand and meet the needs of internal and external customers. You make good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. You take on new opportunities and tough challenges with urgency and high energy, and enthusiasm. Consistently achieve results even under tough circumstances. You know the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. You Consistently achieve results under tough circumstances. You Actively learn through experimentation when taking on new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder.
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Ready to elevate your Manufacturing Engineering expertise? Emerson has an incredible opportunity for you! Based in our Ontario, Ohio location, you will improve the manufacturing processes, production layouts and material flow of our manufacturing plant.
The ideal candidate will have a strong background in lean manufacturing, excellent problem-solving skills, and a commitment to safety and quality. Don't miss out on this chance to showcase your skills and make an important impact in our dynamic team environment. Apply now and take your career to new heights with Emerson!
As a manufacturing engineer manager, you will
- •Supervise and manage a team of manufacturing engineers.
- •Develop, implement, and maintain manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, quality, and cost.
- •Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards.
- •Oversee the design and implementation of new equipment and tools.
- •Coordinate and manage engineering projects, including timelines, budgets, and resources.
- •Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for process-related issues.
- •Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including production, quality, and maintenance.
- •Train and mentor engineering staff, providing guidance and professional development.
- •Monitor and analyze production data to identify trends and areas for improvement.
- •Prepare and present reports on engineering activities and project status.
- •Support new product development and introduction processes.
- •Maintain up-to-date knowledge of manufacturing technologies and industry trends.
For this role you will need
- •This position requires a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience AND 8 Years of related experience
- •Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering preferred, Operations Management, Business, or equivalent
- •5 years of related experience in Operations, Procurement, and Supply Chain, including experience with Lean, Six Sigma, and MRP
- •Demonstrated knowledge in continuous improvement, problem-solving techniques and project management. Training and execution of Lean Manufacturing Tools.
- •Excellent analytic, communication, presentation and facilitation/training skills
- •Must possess strong leadership and communication skills and be able to influence people when planning and facilitating continuous improvement projects.
- •Communication, confrontation and negotiation skills are critical.
That set you apart
- •Bachelor's degree in Industrial or Mechanical Engineering is preferred
- •Lean Champion Certification preferred
Our Culture & Commitment to You
At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives—because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse
teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.
We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family’s physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.
Why emerson
Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
At Emerson, you’ll see firsthand that our people are at the center of everything we do. So, let’s go. Let’s think differently. Learn, collaborate, and grow. Seek opportunity. Push boundaries. Be empowered to make things better. Speed up to break through. Let’s go, together.
Work Authorization
Emerson will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Individuals with temporary visas such as E, F-1(including those with OPT or CPT) , H-1, H-2, L-1, B, J or TN, or who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future, are not eligible for hire.
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