Manufacturing Engineer - Ponca City, OK

About the role

Air Systems Components (ASC), a business segment of Air Distribution Technologies, Inc., is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support our Ponca City, OK facility. ASC is a leading manufacturer of air distribution and control products serving commercial, industrial, and institutional markets throughout North America. Our Ponca City facility is a key manufacturing operation within the ASC network and is currently focused on accelerating operational performance through continuous improvement, reliability enhancements, productivity gains, and manufacturing excellence.

This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact within a turnaround environment where engineering leadership and process improvement are critical to long-term success. The Manufacturing Engineer will play a key role in supporting production operations by driving process improvements, optimizing manufacturing workflows, improving product quality, and implementing sustainable solutions that enhance safety, efficiency, and profitability. The successful candidate will thrive in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and possess a hands-on approach to problem-solving, data analysis, and continuous improvement.

This role is based primarily within a manufacturing facility environment and requires regular interaction with production equipment, fabrication machinery, material handling equipment, and manufacturing personnel. The position includes frequent standing, walking, and movement throughout the plant. Exposure to industrial noise, welding operations, powered industrial vehicles, and manufacturing processes should be expected. Appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE) will be required in designated areas. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead process improvement initiatives focused on increasing productivity, reducing waste, improving quality, and enhancing operational performance across fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing operations.
• Partner with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, Maintenance, and Product Engineering teams to support new product introductions, engineering changes, and manufacturing optimization efforts.
• Develop, maintain, and improve work instructions, manufacturing processes, routings, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to address production, quality, and process-related challenges.
• Utilize manufacturing data and performance metrics to identify trends, improve throughput, and support fact-based decision-making.
• Support facility turnaround initiatives through labor optimization, workflow improvements, capacity planning, and cost-reduction projects.
• Perform time studies, labor analyses, line balancing, and capacity assessments to improve efficiency and resource utilization.
• Lead and participate in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Complete PFMEAs and apply Design for Manufacturability (DFM) principles