Manufacturing Engineer
Milwaukee Tool · Sun Prairie, WI
- Level
- Engineer
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Degree
- Required
- Experience asked
- 1+ years
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- Recently
The role in 30 seconds
An engineer-level manufacturing role at Milwaukee Tool (industrial) in Sun Prairie, WI. Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes to increase throughput, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
- They ask for
- 1+ years · degree required
- Tools it names
- Lean, Kaizen, Root cause, Validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), PLC, Robotics
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About the role
Your Role on Our Team
The Manufacturing Engineer I is responsible for developing, improving, and supporting manufacturing processes that ensure safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives are met. This role works cross‑functionally with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Supply Chain, and NPD Engineering to optimize operations, reduce downtime, and drive continuous improvement across assigned areas.
responsibilities
- ◆Develop and update manufacturing work instructions and related process documentation.
- ◆Design, develop, and improve manufacturing processes to increase throughput, reduce waste, and enhance product quality.
- ◆Conduct time studies, identify bottlenecks, and implement solutions to improve cycle time, labor efficiency, and overall process flow.
- ◆Support the installation, startup, and validation of new equipment and technology.
- ◆Collaborate with Maintenance to improve PM schedules and reduce unplanned downtime.
- ◆Lead or support root-cause analysis on machine, tooling, or process issues.
- ◆Provide daily floor support to troubleshoot process, tooling, and equipment issues.
- ◆Utilize key process indicators to improve safety, efficiency, quality, and uptime of production equipment.
- ◆Ensure communication of process changes and updates across shifts and plant personnel.
- ◆Participate in Kaizen and continuous improvement projects as necessary.
- ◆Support build readiness for engineering changes, new product launches, or product transfers.
- ◆Act as technical resource for manufacturing and maintenance and as a backup for other engineers.
- ◆Contribute to team effort by performing related tasks as needed to assist in overall business goals.
- ◆Responsible for the completion of assigned manufacturing projects; identify potential project risks and issues and implement proactive measures to ensure project milestones and objectives are met.
- ◆Demonstrate strong interpersonal and collaboration skills, actively challenging the status quo to deliver optimal solutions for the business.
- ◆Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and corporate standards.
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Job Description
INNOVATE without boundaries! At Milwaukee Tool we firmly believe that our People and our Culture are the secrets to our success.
We are an inclusive workplace that encourages diversity of thought, experience, and background to solve complex problems as one team. Every employee is encouraged to continuously improve and grow, and it is a top priority for managers to develop their teams, making a wide range of internal development opportunities available to all employees.
We are One Team, overcoming obstacles together and celebrating together. Come be part of a winning team that feels like family.
The TOOLS you’ll bring with you
- •Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
- •Minimum 1 year of Manufacturing Engineering, Project Management, or related experience required
- •Experience supporting manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, stamping, assembly, coating, automation)
- •Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- •Proficiency with CAD and data analysis tools (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Excel)
- •Understanding of lean manufacturing principles and structured problem solving
- •Advanced computer knowledge and skills in MS Office/Project and Solidworks/AutoCAD/NX
Other TOOLS we prefer you to have
- •Experience in high-volume manufacturing environments.
- •Knowledge of PLCs, robotics, or automated systems.
- •Hands-on experience with tooling design or process validation
Physical Demands & Work Environment
- •The employee may be required to frequently lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds
- •Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
- •Prolonged standing of eight or more hours a day
- •Frequent walking
- •Occasional bending, crouching, twisting, and reaching
- •Employees may be required to wear the proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) in certain work cells
We provide these great perks and benefits
- •Medical, dental and vision insurance plans
- •Generous 401 (K) savings plan
- •Employee Assistance Programs (EAP)
- •Education assistance
- •And many more! Check out our benefits HERE .