Manufacturing Engineer III

About the role

The Manufacturing Engineer III serves as the lead technical resource for manufacturing processes, capital projects, and digital manufacturing systems across two production facilities. This role drives operational excellence through process optimization, Industry 4.0 initiatives, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making while ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality operations.

Responsibilities

• Champion a strong safety culture through compliance, risk assessment, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Analyze production data and apply statistical tools (SPC, DOE) to improve performance, quality, and efficiency.

• Lead Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing initiatives in partnership with central technology teams.

• Manage and execute capital projects, including ownership of an annual CapEx budget of approximately $2M.

• Support new product development through process design, validation, testing, and cost analysis.

• Drive continuous improvement efforts using root cause analysis, Kaizen, and Lean manufacturing principles.

• Mentor teams and promote best practices in problem-solving and operational excellence.

• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including SOPs, work instructions, BOMs, and routings.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, Material Science, Mechatronics

• 7+ years of Engineering experience in a manufacturing environment

• Metal fabrication: 5+ years of forming, bending, cutting, punching, etc.

• 5+ years of demonstrated project management skills

• 5+ years of Lean/WCM experience (6 sigma Green/Black Belt)

• 3+ years of AutoCAD and SolidWorks experience

• Project Management Certification

• Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems is preferred

• MES Software functional development/rollout experience

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite

• Excellent problem-solving skills and demonstrated ability to work independently on assignments

• Flexible and open-minded with good written and oral communication; strong collaboration skills

Qualifications

• Preferred Knowledge of MES Software

• Preferred Knowledge of SAP or other ERP systems

• Preferred Knowledge of AutoCAD and SolidWorks

• Preferred Project Management Certification

• Preferred Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

Skills

• Strong safety culture championing

• Data analysis and SPC/DOE application

• Industry 4.0 and digital manufacturing leadership

• Capital project management and execution

• New product development support

• Continuous improvement methodologies

• Manufacturing documentation development and maintenance

Benefits

A Little More About Us
At Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values: Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms, while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home. Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain/CertainTeed designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group’s commitment is guided by its purpose, "Making the World a Better Home."

Pay

Competitive compensation package including base salary, bonus opportunities, and benefits.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible working hours to accommodate production schedules.