Manufacturing Engineer

About the role

This Manufacturing Engineer role is responsible for the delivery of process and mechanical innovation across multi-jurisdictions. You will play an important role in helping to foster a culture of sustainable change through the creation of process improvements to deliver business transformation. This position is based onsite at our Ooltewah, TN facility and is not eligible for immigration/work visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Promote continuous improvement as a core culture and lead Lean/Six Sigma initiatives (kaizen, 5S, standard work, OEE, mistake-proofing) to reduce waste, optimize assets, and improve material flow.
• Lead and sustain 5S across the facility and serve as the primary site contact for Stanley Production System (SPS/4.0).
• Identify, share, and implement best practices across North America Operations.
• Drive CI actions across value streams to eliminate waste and meet performance targets.
• Coach site leadership on achieving KPIs aligned with CI and site goals.
• Integrate disconnected processes into cohesive value streams from the customer perspective.
• Develop and use current/future value stream maps to define strategic projects and rolling 12-month CI plans.
• Partner with internal/external suppliers and customers to improve end-to-end enterprise processes.
• Align production requirements with process capacity, priorities, and planning/replenishment tools; support engagement in S&OP.
• Ensure consistent CI methodologies and standard work across locations.
• Contribute to achieving productivity, inventory, quality, throughput, space, and safety goals.
• Develop training plans to build Lean/Six Sigma capability across the workforce.
• Support EHS objectives and implement best practices to exceed compliance standards.
• Lead cell development, material-flow improvements, elimination of powered industrial vehicles, and Lean/Sigma events; develop kaizen leaders; maintain visual management boards.
• Conduct 5S audits and sustain improvements.
• Engage suppliers in Kaizen events to support transition to Continuous-Flow Manufacturing (CFM).
• Support integration of new products and transfers into the facility using CFM techniques.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree (B.S. or B.A.) in Engineering—Mechanical, Industrial, or Mechatronics; equivalent experience in industrial machinery manufacturing may be substituted for formal educational qualifications.
• Lean Certification with a Six Sigma Green or Black Belt is a plus.
• Minimum of 3 years of engineer experience in a manufacturing environment is preferred.
• Working knowledge in the use of Statistical Quality Control metrics is preferred.
• Proficiency in group and individual training techniques, including “train the trainer” tasks.

Skills

• Ability to develop valuable process maps.
• Ability to effectively present information to varying groups of managers, executives, or other associates.
• Excellent critical thinking, communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

About us

Epiroc is a global productivity partner for mining and construction customers, accelerating the transformation toward a sustainable society. With ground-breaking technology, we develop and provide innovative and safe equipment, such as drill rigs, rock excavation, and construction equipment and tools for surface and underground applications. We also offer world-class service and other aftermarket support as well as solutions for automation, digitalization, and electrification. Our global headquarters is based in Stockholm, Sweden, and we have around 18,000 passionate employees supporting and collaborating with customers in over 150 countries.

As a leading global manufacturer of industrial tools and attachments, our premium brands include Paladin, LaBounty, Pengo, Dubuis, and STANLEY, offering premier equipment and services in more than 200 product categories. We succeed in our core business because we are passionate innovators with courage to change. With collaboration and mutual confidence, teams and individuals trust and support each other’s abilities to offer solutions. Together, we lead the way to make mining and construction more sustainable.

Epiroc offers a culture where diversity isn't just a goal but a part of our values and way of working. We foster an inclusive workplace that allows people to thrive, encouraging all employees to take ownership of their own development and careers with the support of their leaders.

Benefits

• Benefits eligibility begins the 1st of the month after start date.
• Health care eligibility—including medical, dental, vision, prescription, and telemedicine.
• Wellness program.
• Short and long-term disability insurance.
• Life and AD&D insurance.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Employee Assistance Program.
• 401(k) plan.
• Direct deposit.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Paid vacation.