
Manufacturing Engineer
GF (Georg Fischer) · Little Rock, AR
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 23 days ago
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at GF (Georg Fischer) (industrial) in Little Rock, AR. BS in Mechanical, Platics/Polymers or Industrial Engineering or equivalent work experience in plastic extrusion.·.
- Tools it names
- Lean, Six Sigma, Root cause, ISO 9001, Automation, Extrusion
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in the US: typical posted base $99k–$143k.
Median of the low and high ends of 531 live postings that list pay, out of 1627 manufacturing engineer openings in the US, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 7 other live manufacturing postings in Arkansas.
- Experience asked
- Not stated
Similar roles usually ask 3+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- Team leadership 50%
- ✓ Root cause 50%
- ✓ Lean 50%
- ✓ Automation 38%
- ✓ AutoCAD 38%
- Cost reduction 25%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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This plant: GF (Georg Fischer) in Little Rock
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Full description from GF (Georg Fischer)As posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Responsibilities
- ◆Works with Production Managers to improve efficiencies and through-put.
- ◆Conducts Root Cause Analysis for problem solving.
- ◆Ensures optimum utilization of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma tools by assisting in preparation of feasibility studies and ensuring that the costs incurred are justified.
- ◆Evaluates various improvements that need to be done and creates value analysis determining possible ways to reduce costs in the engineering and manufacturing applications.
- ◆Identifies methodology and processes to increase productivity and efficiency.
- ◆Manages major projects, including management of outside vendors to facilitate timely completion.
- ◆Assists in training of personnel in new equipment start up.
- ◆Troubleshoots problems as necessary.
- ◆Conducts time studies to ensure optimum and accurate standards for new and existing products.
- ◆Assists in analyzing and selecting equipment to be purchased.
- ◆Identifies processes where automation may be justified.
- ◆Leads training of personnel in new equipment start-up.
- ◆Works with Product Engineering on manufacturability of product.
- ◆Keeps abreast of new technology in areas of equipment, processes and automation.
- ◆Assures all environmental regulations are followed.
- ◆Develops methods and makes recommendations that would help in reducing cost without compromising on the quality standards to ensure increased efficiency and quality.
- ◆Trains other Manufacturing Engineers
- ◆Reviews machinery and processes to maximize capacities.
- ◆Works with all departments within and outside the plant to resolve matters related to engineering.
- ◆Adheres to ISO 9001 Quality, ISO 14001 Environmental, and OSHAS 18001 Safety certification requirements.
- ◆Other duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities
- ✓Excellent communication skills with all levels within the organization.
- ✓Proficient in Microsoft software package.
- ✓Proficient with AutoCAD, NX or SolidWorks, PLM, InTouch, FEA software, Office Suite.
- ✓Project Management skills preferred.
- ✓High-energy individual who is goal-oriented and results-driven.
- ✓Ability to work with cross-functional teams.
- ✓Proven self-starter: takes the initiative to identify and drive change.
- ✓Ability to plan time, manage deadlines, and multi-task.
- ✓Excellent problem-solving skills.
- ✓Knowledge of processing materials through various types (makes) of extrusion preferred.
- ✓Strong and analytical skills.
Education and Experience
- ✓BS in Mechanical, Platics/Polymers or Industrial Engineering or equivalent work experience in plastic extrusion.·
- ✓Preferred MS in Engineering.·
- ✓Two (2) plus years’ relevant experience in Manufacturing environment.
- ✓Experience with Root Cause Analysis techniques.
Working Conditions / Physical
Requirements
- ✓Typical office/factory environment with possibility of exposure to heat in production areas
- ✓Must be able to lift 40 lbs. in a safe manner
- ✓Clarity of vision and the ability to focus on a fast and repetitious operation for an extended period of time
- ✓Exposure to heavy equipment or components needed to produce product (safety toed shoes required)
- ✓Exposure to chips and dust (eye protection required)
- ✓Must be capable of maintaining a 40-hour workweek and working overtime as needed
- ✓Must be able to perform repetitive motion. Examples: walking, reaching, bending, twisting, stooping, pushing, pulling, and standing for extended periods of time
- ✓Exposure to machine noise levels
- ✓Exposure to electrical and mechanical moving parts
- ✓Exposure to extreme seasonal temperature conditions
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The Manufacturing Engineer directs, coordinates and actively participates in the effort to continuously improve the production system. The incumbent develops manufacturing processes, tools, machinery and plant layouts for the cost-effective manufacturing of the company’s products.
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