Entry-Level Manufacturing Engineer

Location: Fredericktown, OH

About the role

A leading automotive manufacturer producing steel and aluminum components through advanced processes including CNC machining, aluminum casting, heat treatment, and automated assembly. We are seeking a Production Engineer to support manufacturing operations through process improvement, troubleshooting, automation support, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Analyze production performance using downtime, scrap, capacity, and process flow data to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for recurring manufacturing issues.
• Provide hands-on troubleshooting support for equipment, automation systems, and production processes.
• Evaluate and implement new technologies to improve safety, quality, throughput, and cost.
• Support manufacturing equipment, including PLCs, HMIs, motion control systems, robotics, and related automation technologies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and manufacturing experience.
• Experience within a manufacturing, process engineering, automation, or production engineering environment.
• Working knowledge of PLCs, HMIs, robotics, motion control systems, and industrial automation.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, ladder logic, pneumatic and hydraulic schematics, and assembly documentation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement effective solutions.
• Experience with Microsoft Office; familiarity with Electric CAD, PLEX, and other manufacturing software is a plus.
• Excellent communication, project management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Skills

• Basic robotics, PLC programming, and NC programming experience.
• Continuous improvement and process optimization experience in a manufacturing setting.
• Knowledge of industrial safety standards and best practices.

Minimal travel as required for training, equipment support, or project implementation.

Pay

The pay range for this position is $26.45 - $26.45/hr.

Benefits

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Schedule

This is a Contract to Hire, fully onsite position in Fredericktown, OH.