Manufacturing Engineer Technician II
Yanmar America Corp · Adairsville, GA
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Experience asked
- 5+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Yanmar America Corp (industrial) in Adairsville, GA. Make a direct impact on operational performance and product quality.
- They ask for
- 5+ years · degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Lean, Kaizen, Root cause, Welding, Tooling
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From the plant jobs report · week of October 19, 2026
Manufacturing Engineer roles in Georgia: typical posted base $95k–$143k.
Median of the low and high ends of 4 live postings that list pay, out of 17 manufacturing engineer openings in Georgia, read from manufacturers' own careers sites.
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How this role compares
Against 16 other live manufacturing postings in Georgia.
- Experience asked
- Typical (5+ years)
Similar roles usually ask 5+ years.
Skills these teams ask for most
- ✓ Tooling 71%
- ✓ Root cause 59%
- ✓ Lean 47%
- New product launch 41%
- Automation 35%
- Machining 29%
✓ = this posting asks for it too. % = share of similar postings that mention it.
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Questions worth asking about this team:
- What does a normal week look like on your team?
- Is the work mostly new product launches or sustaining existing lines?
- How much time do you spend on the floor versus at a desk?
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Full description from Yanmar America CorpAs posted on their careers site.ShowHide
Manufacturing Engineering Technician II
Location: Adairsville, GA
Full-time | Onsite NO RELOCATION
Join Our Team!
Are you passionate about improving manufacturing processes and driving continuous improvement? We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician II to join our team and play a key role in enhancing safety, quality, and efficiency on the production floor. If you have hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing principles and enjoy working in a dynamic environment, we\'d love to hear from you!
What You\'ll Do
- •Assist with developing and tracking Kaizen and continuous improvement activities to enhance workflows and productivity.
- •Support the design and fabrication of jigs, fixtures, and tools to optimize manufacturing processes.
- •Help standardize best practices in production, machine maintenance, and quality to ensure consistency across shifts.
- •Perform root cause analysis and assist with corrective actions for downtime, safety, and product quality issues.
- •Promote a culture of continuous improvement on the production floor by encouraging small, consistent enhancements.
- •Maintain and organize assembly and part carts to ensure operational efficiency.
- •Execute and track preventative maintenance for production tools and equipment.
- •Ensure all improvements meet quality, reliability, and consistency standards.
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What You Bring
- •Associate Degree in a technological field or equivalent experience in technology or fabrication.
- •2-5 years of manufacturing experience with knowledge of mechanical processes, assembly, and testing.
- •Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen principles.
- •Fabrication skills, including designing, cutting, welding, and assembling jigs and fixtures.
- •Strong project management, time management, and analytical skills.
- •Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Access).
- •Willingness to travel domestically and internationally as needed.
Why Join Us?
- •Be part of a team that values continuous improvement and innovation.
- •Work in a collaborative environment with cross-functional teams.
- •Make a direct impact on operational performance and product quality.
Apply Today!
If you\'re ready to take your career to the next level and contribute to our success, apply now and join us in Adairsville, GA!