Manufacturing Engineer

Job Responsibilities

• Review manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and develop and implement improvement initiatives
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to eliminate waste, relieve bottlenecks, and address capacity constraints
• Provide hands-on, day-to-day engineering support to assigned production areas
• Identify root causes and implement corrective actions using structured problem-solving tools
• Design and redesign manufacturing cell layouts for optimal material flow and efficiency
• Develop and maintain standard work to meet quality requirements and strengthen business continuity
• Ensure compliance with all company policies while upholding the highest standards of safety and quality
• Communicate effectively across all levels of the organization to drive alignment and results

Education and Experience

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical preferred), 4+ years of experience in metals machining and electronics manufacturing, Strong working knowledge of lean or continuous improvement methodologies, Demonstrated success leading impactful cost-savings or process-improvement initiatives, Proven ability to excel in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and make effective real-time decisions
• PREFERRED: CNC programming experience, Lean or Six Sigma certification

Why You’ll Love This Role / What We Offer

Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

We welcome new people on board and value diversity, inclusion, and different perspectives and experiences.

Physical Demands

The associate is frequently required to talk and hear, sit, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel. The associate may occasionally be required to stand, walk, reach, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Close vision is required, and lifting up to 50 lbs may be required at times.

Work Environment

The work environment includes occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts and vehicles. Noise levels typically range from moderate to loud. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.

About the Role

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and continuously improving the processes and equipment used in our manufacturing operations. This role supports day-to-day plant activity while driving strategic improvements that enhance quality, productivity, and cost performance. You’ll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, bring innovative ideas to the floor, and lead efforts that make our manufacturing systems safer, smarter, and more efficient.

Benefits

As an employer, we value results – not titles, or backgrounds. We empower our people to build their career around their aspirations and our ambitions – supporting them with regular feedback, training, and development opportunities. Our colleagues think broadly about where they can make the most impact, and we encourage them to grow their role locally, regionally, or even internationally.

Schedule

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group. Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

Pay

We are the ASSA ABLOY Group. Our people have made us the global leader in access solutions. In return, we open doors for them wherever they go. With nearly 63,000 colleagues in more than 70 different countries, we help billions of people experience a more open world. Our innovations make all sorts of spaces – physical and virtual – safer, more secure, and easier to access.

Location

Monroe, NC, US, 28112