Manufacturing Engineer

Company: GKN Automotive
Location: Bowling Green
Posted on: February 12, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Job Description What You’ll Do As part of our dynamic manufacturing team, you’ll play a key role in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. Your responsibilities will include: Developing methods, tooling, and techniques to reduce setup time, changeovers, and equipment operation effort Implementing cycle time reduction strategies in bottleneck manufacturing cells Troubleshooting machining processes and PLC programs (Siemens & Allen Bradley) Modifying manufacturing processes to enhance safety, quality, cost efficiency, or accommodate design changes Supporting financial goals through budgeting, expenditure scheduling, and project budget management Managing capital projects: equipment specs, runoffs, installation, and contractor coordination Updating and maintaining equipment and production layout drawings Developing engineering solutions for recurring equipment/process failures Identifying and delivering departmental training to boost skill levels Reviewing and coordinating TPM, PM, proactive and predictive maintenance programs to maximize uptime Owning PFMEA, control plans, and process flows in collaboration with the Quality Engineer Supporting shop floor teams with problem-solving and standard work instruction development Managing external contractors for process and equipment improvements Collaborating across all levels to enhance machinery and manufacturing processes Leading Kaizen activities and documenting outcomes Understanding key environmental aspects and related operational controls What You’ll Need Essential: 2 years of experience in high-volume machining, assembly, and automation Hands-on experience with Lean Enterprise methodologies Desirable: Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills B.S. in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering (or related field) Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, MfgPro, Kronos Why You’ll Love Working Here Join a market-leading company with exciting growth potential Be part of innovative, new projects from the ground up Enjoy competitive salary and benefits in a financially stable environment Thrive in a long-term career with a company that values commitment and development You should be proficient in: PLC Troubleshooting Skills Engineering Degree Experience in a Manufacturing Environment Process Development Basic Computer Skills

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