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Jobot lists this Senior Manufacturing Engineer opportunity in bowling green, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Senior Manufacturing Engineer | Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement | ESOP | Manufacturing Leadership Opportunity
Salary: $80,000 - $95,000 per year
Company Overview
For more than 50 years, we have designed and manufactured innovative retail solutions used by some of North America's largest retailers. As a 100% employee‑owned company, every team member has a direct stake in our success through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). We invest heavily in people, facilities, and future. A recent $10 million expansion of our Bowling Green headquarters enhanced our manufacturing capabilities and created new opportunities for growth. Our culture is built around ownership, teamwork, integrity, and supporting employees both professionally and personally.
Why join us?
Competitive salary
100% Employee‑Owned (ESOP)
Strong work‑life balance and flexible scheduling
Up to $200 per child toward qualifying childcare expenses
Free Dental & Vision coverage for employees and families
Health Insurance
Free Short‑Term & Long‑Term Disability
Free Basic Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
PTO, Sick Time, and 10 Paid Holidays
Paid Volunteer Hours
Tuition Reimbursement
Gym Membership Discounts
Corporate Chaplain Program
Career growth opportunities within a growing manufacturing organization
Leadership team invested in employee development
Job Details
We are seeking a Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing engineering initiatives focused on process improvement, cost reduction, throughput optimization, facility improvements, and operational excellence. This role will work closely with Production, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain leadership and will be responsible for improving manufacturing performance through Lean principles, workflow optimization, tooling design, capital projects, and manufacturing process improvements.
The ideal candidate will be highly visible within the organization, spending significant time on the production floor partnering with operations teams to improve safety, quality, throughput, labor efficiency, and manufacturing standards.
Responsibilities
Manufacturing Engineering Leadership (80%)
Lead manufacturing engineering and manufacturing support activities
Drive Lean Manufacturing implementation and continuous improvement initiatives
Identify and implement cost reduction opportunities
Develop and improve manufacturing processes, workflows, and labor standards
Create and maintain Bills of Materials (BOMs) and routing structures
Analyze production methods and identify efficiency improvements
Design and implement tooling, fixtures, and jigs to improve throughput
Conduct workflow studies and optimize production sequencing
Improve material utilization and manufacturing efficiency
Support safety initiatives and operational excellence programs
Partner with production leadership to improve productivity and quality metrics
Facility & Capital Project Support (20%)
Support maintenance and facility improvement initiatives
Assist with equipment layouts, production flow improvements, and facility optimization
Participate in capital equipment planning and implementation
Support warehouse, production, and office layout projects
Assist with manufacturing equipment installation and commissioning
Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Partner closely with Production, Maintenance, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams
Support new product introductions and manufacturing readiness activities
Drive root cause analysis and corrective action efforts
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
Provide technical leadership and mentorship across operations
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related discipline
5+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience within a manufacturing environment
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production operations, and industrial engineering principles
Experience implementing Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Experience developing BOMs, routings, work instructions, and manufacturing standards
Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills
Experience working directly with production teams in a manufacturing environment
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications
Supervisory or leadership experience
Experience in sheet metal fabrication environments
Powder coating process experience
Experience supporting welding, fabrication, assembly, and manufacturing operations
Strong understanding of labor standards and workflow optimization
Experience with AutoCAD, DraftSight, and/or SolidWorks
Capital equipment installation and commissioning experience
Facility layout and manufacturing flow design experience
Experience creating tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing aids
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or Continuous Improvement certifications
Equal Opportunity Employer
Jobot is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We provide an inclusive work environment that celebrates diversity and all qualified candidates receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (40 and over), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Jobot also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. It is Jobot’s policy to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws respecting consideration of unemployment status in making hiring decisions.
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Worksite address
bowling green, KY, 42103, US
Who can apply
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