Engineering Jobs in Bristol Kenosha County, WI

We are seeking a hands-on, detail-oriented Quality Supervisor to lead quality assurance and inspection efforts within a fast-paced manufacturing environment. This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who thrives on driving quality standards, developing strong teams, and improving processes that directly impact product performance and customer satisfaction.

If you’re passionate about building a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence, this is an outstanding opportunity to make a visible impact.

This is more than a traditional quality leadership role — it’s a chance to step into a highly visible position within a growing manufacturing organization that is backed by a major industry player and investing heavily in its future. With strong momentum, expanding capabilities, and a clear path for growth, this role offers the opportunity to make a measurable impact while helping shape the next chapter of the business.

What You’ll Do

As the Quality Supervisor, you will oversee day-to-day quality operations across the manufacturing process and ensure products meet rigorous internal and external standards. You’ll partner cross-functionally with production, engineering, and operations teams to resolve issues, improve systems, and elevate overall quality performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate quality assurance and inspection activities across manufacturing operations
• Supervise a team of quality inspectors, technicians, and team leads across multiple shifts
• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and other applicable quality standards
• Develop, implement, and maintain quality control procedures, systems, and documentation
• Conduct internal audits and help prepare for external audits and inspections
• Drive root cause analysis on non-conformances and lead corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
• Partner with cross-functional teams to quickly resolve quality issues and improve outcomes
• Maintain inspection records and quality documentation with a high level of accuracy
• Train team members on quality systems, inspection methods, and regulatory requirements
• Identify and implement process improvements that enhance product quality and operational efficiency
• Support and enforce plant safety standards and best practices

What We’re Looking For

We’re looking for a leader who can balance technical quality expertise with strong people leadership. The ideal candidate brings a solid foundation in manufacturing quality systems, understands how to work across teams, and knows how to create structure and accountability on the floor.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of supervisory experience in a manufacturing environment
• 5+ years of experience working with ISO 9001 quality systems
• Experience leading quality assurance, inspection, or quality systems in a production setting
• Strong experience with root cause analysis, non-conformance resolution, and CAPA processes
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, machining drawings, and CAD models
• Experience with ERP systems and strong working knowledge of Excel
• Hands-on experience using precision inspection equipment such as:
• CMM
• 3D scanners
• Calipers
• Gauges and other metrology tools
• Strong communication skills with the ability to lead teams and collaborate cross-functionally
• High school diploma required; bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality, Business, or a related field preferred
• Relevant quality certifications are a plus

Job Title: Deviation Investigation Writer/Associate

Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI

Duration: 3-Month Contract (Potential of Extension)

Overview:

We are seeking two detail-oriented and driven professionals to join a dynamic manufacturing

operations team as Deviation Investigation Writers. These individuals will play a critical role in

supporting quality compliance by documenting and investigating deviations—unexpected events that

impact product quality, safety, or regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Ghostwrite deviation investigation reports on behalf of technical staff, including operators and engineers.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts to gather information and draft clear, audit-ready documentation.
• Support root cause investigations (RCI) and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Assist in managing deviations across various manufacturing areas, including filling, inspection robotics, and process operations.
• Ensure documentation meets regulatory standards and is easily understandable by auditors and cross-functional teams.

Required Qualifications:

• Proven experience in technical writing, preferably in a regulated or manufacturing environment.
• Background in quality assurance, engineering, or a related technical field.
• Ability to quickly learn complex manufacturing processes and translate them into clear, structured documentation.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience writing deviation investigation reports or supporting root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with manufacturing environments such as pharmaceutical, chemical, or food production.
• Understanding of parenteral manufacturing processes is a plus, but not required.

General Manager

Antioch, IL

$100,000 - $125,000 + Profit-Based Bonuses + 401(k) + Medical + Dental + Vision + Leadership Progression Opportunities

Are you an operations leader in the truck or heavy equipment industry looking to lead a large, high-performing dealership?

Do you want to take ownership of an established operation where your focus is on strengthening performance, supporting a large team, and continuing the success already built?

This is an opportunity to lead one of the company’s largest and most established dealership locations. With a team of over 100 employees and strong financial performance, the focus for the incoming General Manager is on maintaining operational excellence and continuing to build on an already successful foundation.

In this role, you’ll oversee service and parts operations while working closely with department managers to ensure the dealership continues to run efficiently and deliver excellent service to its customer base.

This role would suit someone with strong operational leadership experience in the truck, heavy equipment, or fleet space who is comfortable leading large teams and driving high standards across a busy dealership environment.

The Role:

• Oversee daily operations across service and parts departments
• Lead and support department managers across a large team
• Maintain strong operational performance and profitability
• Strengthen processes, training, and team development

The Person:

• Experience within the truck, heavy equipment, fleet, or dealership industry
• Strong operational leadership experience within large teams
• Proven ability to manage service and parts operations
• Strong leadership and team development skills

Key Words: Freightliner, Daimler Truck North America (DTNA), Mack Trucks, Volvo Trucks, Kenworth, Peterbilt, International Trucks, Cummins Engines, Detroit Diesel, PACCAR, Class 8 Heavy-Duty Trucks, Fixed Operations, P&L Responsibility, Revenue Growth, EBITDA, Expense Control, Asset Management, Strategic Planning, Market Penetration, Budgeting & Forecasting, ROI, Inventory Management, Vendor Relations, Compliance, Risk Management, Facility Management, Service Department Operations, Parts Department Management, Warranty Administration, Shop Productivity, Technician Recruitment, Repair Order (RO) Management

We’re looking for a Manufacturing Engineer who’s energized by innovation, automation, and continuous improvement. If you love transforming ideas into efficient, high-performing processes, this is the role for you.

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Champion automation projects from concept to completion, ensuring seamless integration into existing workflows.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transition new products from design to full-scale production.
• Evaluate processes to identify inefficiencies, improve layouts, and deliver measurable cost savings.
• Partner with production teams to uphold quality, consistency, and safety standards.
• Utilize Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to eliminate waste and elevate performance.
• Develop process enhancements that boost throughput, shorten cycle times, and cut operational costs.
• Assist with equipment selection, installation, and troubleshooting to maximize uptime and productivity.
• Create and maintain process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions to ensure operational clarity.

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).
• 3+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering, process improvement, or automation.
• Strong foundation in Lean principles, Six Sigma tools, and modern automation technologies.
• Proven track record managing projects and collaborating across teams.
• CAD experience (SolidWorks proficiency preferred).
• Analytical, detail-oriented mindset with excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Why You’ll Love Working Here:

• Innovation-Driven Culture – Be part of a team that embraces new technology and fresh ideas.
• Career Growth – Take ownership of impactful projects and continue building your expertise.
• Tangible Impact – See your work directly improve efficiency, quality, and cost-effectiveness.

If you’re ready to put your engineering expertise to work in a place where your ideas matter and your contributions drive real results, we’d love to hear from you.

Manufacturing Operations Manager

Our Manufacturing Operations Manager oversees execution of manufacturing, and production for the plant which includes safety, productivity, labor, cost, production schedule, quality, and continuous process improvements to meet established business goals. Plans and coordinates efficient and economical manufacturing activities and provides quality levels and service that exceed the customer’s expectations. Responsible for driving key initiatives to ensure cost reduction, inventory management, delivery performance, and key performance indicator (KPI) targets.

What will you be doing -

• Oversee and manage all manufacturing activities to ensure safety, quality, cost, and morale and to meet and exceed customer and Company requirements.
• Assist General Manager in the development and management of annual plan, budget, operating and capital expense budgets, Key Performance Indicators (KPI), operating efficiency, and cost control.
• Coordinate and guide activities in the areas of manufacturing, Lean, 5S, quality enhancements, staffing, training, and employee relations. Manage production supervisors.

What are we looking for -

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, or Operations Management; Mechanical, Industrial or Manufacturing Engineering; Supply Chain; Business Administration; or related field preferred but not required.
• 7-10+ years of manufacturing (i.e., assembly, cutting, fabrication, welding, painting, etc.) experience.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible manufacturing supervision/management experience.
• Practical experience applying Lean, Continuous Improvement, and Total Quality Production System (TQPS) principles in a manufacturing environment preferred.
• Experience with manufacturing and production KPIs/Analytics including the Production Efficiency (PEFF) system preferred.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and integrated computer programs and applications.

4Front Engineered Solutions is a leader in the door and docking industry. This role supports High Performance Doors, under the brand names Dynaco, Albany, and TKO, on-site at our Kenosha, WI facility.

What we offer -

• Medical, dental and vision insurance (HSA includes company contribution)
• STD, LTD, Life and AD&D insurance
• 401k including company match
• Variable compensation bonus plan paid out quarterly
• Reimbursement for select PPE
• 11 paid holidays
• 3 weeks of PTO per year, accrued with each bi-weekly payroll cycle

Why apply?

• Empowerment: You’ll work as part of a global team in a flexible work environment, learning and enhancing your expertise.
• Innovation: You embrace challenges and want to drive ambitious change.
• Integrity: You are results-oriented, reliable, straightforward and value being treated accordingly.

If you are interested or know someone who may be interested in working for a premier employer or want more information, please contact John Vandenberg at , 262-496-5374.

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products.

Value Stream Manager Summary

The Value Stream Manager is a leadership role that will be primarily focused on ensuring a safe work environment for all team members, while maintaining continuous operational execution and production of quality products that are delivered on-time to customers within established cost targets.

The Value Stream Manager will focus on eliminating waste developed in the value stream process, identifying business growth opportunities, understanding the importance of customer value created by the company, maximizing capacity to grow sales and driving lean continuous improvement.

Strategically focused and leading/driving team members in Kaizen events, problem solving activities, owning the value stream.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all value stream related KPIs (SQDCI).
• Co-leads recordable or significant case investigations including root-cause and corrective actions.
• Responsible for ensuring the execution of findings of accident investigations and safety alerts within their value stream.
• Ensure policies and processes are deployed uniformly throughout the value stream.
• Actively leads the daily huddle process and can share information related to value stream as needed.
• Lead problem solving events and follow-up with corrective actions for completion
• Create a standard for value stream process and ensure entire team are properly trained, resourced, supplied, and managed to attain the objectives
• Develop a highly motivated and committed workforce with emphasis on the development of skills needed to accomplish safety, quality, on-time delivery, and product cost goals.

Qualifications And Experience Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree is required
• 5+ years of management experience
• Bilingual is a plus
• Lean manufacturing experience is required
• Strong MS Excel experience desired
• SAP is preferred

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products.

Industrial Maintenance Controls Technician

Location: Pleasant Prairie, WI

Compensation: $36 - $39 hour

Shift: Monday – Friday ~ days

Pension plan!!

As an Industrial Maintenance Controls Technician, you will support our manufacturing operations by providing a full range of electronic equipment maintenance with focus on reliability. Ensure sustainable operation of machinery and equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements on motors, conveyor systems, and other production machinery. The Industrial Maintenance Controls Technician will also be a key member of process improvement and problem-solving teams.

Qualifications and Experience Requirements

• Associates degree or higher required
• PLC experience is required
• Strong Mechanical and Electrical background (up to 480v)
• Hydraulic and pneumatic experience
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, schematics and OEM manuals
• 5 years of industrial manufacturing maintenance experience
• Possesses strong computer skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, CMMS, etc.)

Industrial Maintenance Controls Technician Job Description

• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions using logical and systematic methodologies.
• Routine maintenance including but not limited to field fault analysis, calibration of instrumentation using proper test equipment, component replacement, alignment and calibration to specification.
• Troubleshoot and repair various equipment to include electronic, digital equipment and AC/DC motors & controls.
• Fault analysis of hard-wired relay logic, motor control circuits, motor power circuits (single & 3 phase) and common utility/lighting circuits.
• Access and use PLC logic programming to troubleshoot production equipment.
• Replacement of identified failed parts or components.
• Adjust equipment to bring it into operational specifications.
• Recommend process or procedure changes based on observed equipment behavior.
• Testing of electrical systems and continuity of circuits in electrical wiring, using testing devices such as ohmmeters, and voltmeters to ensure proper operation and safety of system.
• Install, examine, replace or repair electrical wiring, receptacles, switch boxes, conduits, lighting fixtures and other electrical components.
• Maintain current and accurate maintenance data to establish historical records and future maintenance requirements.

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America's largest wire and cable producers. Privately owned for 75+ years, Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products.

3rd Shift Maintenance Supervisor

Pleasant Prairie, WI

Monday – Friday, 6:30 am to 3:30 pm

Maintenance Supervisor Job Description

• Ensures completion of planned maintenance work selected for the daily schedule through maintenance coordination.
• Responsible for overseeing the daily operations of the maintenance team, ensuring the seamless continuation of work in progress as outlined in the work schedule.
• Prompt execution of emergency work orders received directly from Operations, requiring quick decision-making and effective resource allocation.
• Holds full management responsibility for their crew, including ensuring safety compliance, maintaining high standards of work, quality and efficiency, assessing team skills, facilitating training and development, and handling administrative personnel matters.
• Will play a critical role in maintaining operational continuity and supporting the overall performance of the maintenance department.

Qualifications And Experience Requirements

• Associates degree or high is degree required
• 5+ years' experience in industrial maintenance with strong skills in both electrical and mechanical support.
• 3+ years in a maintenance supervisory role
• CMT or other similar certifications are a plus
• Bilingual is desired

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching
• Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
• Long & Short-Term Disability
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Programs
• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
• Parental Leave
• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Sr. Engineering Manager - Pleasant Prairie (Kenosha, WI)

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a leading integrated manufacturing solutions provider serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. Recognized as a technology leader, Sanmina Corporation provides end-to-end manufacturing solutions, delivering superior quality and support to Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) primarily in the communications networks, defense and aerospace, industrial and semiconductor systems, medical, multimedia, computing and storage, automotive and clean technology sectors. Sanmina Corporation has facilities strategically located in key regions throughout the world.

Job Purpose

Oversees the planning, development, implementation and maintenance of manufacturing methods, processes and operations for new and existing products. Manages the activities of the team and is responsible for staffing decisions, training and development, and performance management of the staff. Ensures the effective use of materials, equipment, and personnel in producing quality products at minimum costs. Acts as liaison with engineering in releasing new products. Develops systems to maintain reports and record keeping of company products. Selects, develops, and evaluates personnel to ensure the efficient operation of the function.

Specific Duties & Responsibilities

• Leads and manages the operations functions, which may include production manufacturing engineering, manufacturing process, quality, and activities from production planning to shipment. He/she drives the production team to implement improvements on quality, efficiency, and cost reduction.
• This position oversees Product, Process and Test Engineering departments.
• Receives assignments in the form of objectives and establishes goals to meet objectives.
• Provides guidance to subordinates to achieve goals in accordance with established policies.
• Work is reviewed and measured based on meeting objectives and schedules.
• Establishes and recommends changes to policies which effect immediate organization(s).
• Works on issues of diverse scope where analysis of situation or data requires evaluation of a variety of factors, including an understanding of current business trends.
• Follows processes and operational policies in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.
• Acts as advisor to subordinate(s) to meet schedules and/or resolve technical problems.
• Develops and administers schedules and performance requirements.
• Responsible for selecting and developing people, and provides leadership to engineering groups.
• Works with employees to plan, assign, and monitor individual objectives of unit members, based on overall group objectives and priorities. Responsible for providing timely and useful feedback to staff members on their performance and development plans.
• Participates in the operations engineering work within the unit by overseeing and advising others, or by contributing directly to the development of complex solutions.
• Helps to define requirements, plans, schedules resources effectively, monitors achievements and costs, and removes barriers to the group's success.
• Provides guidance and advice to group members related to their approaches and methodologies in pursuing their assigned responsibilities.
• Manages the schedule of deliverables agreed to for the engineering units overall.

Education and Experience

• BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Manufacturing or Industrial Engineering required.
• 8+ years engineering management experience required.
• Familiarity with design for manufacturability, considering a balance of cost, serviceability, manufacturability, reliability, assembly time and quality.
• Expertise in parts fabrication techniques, including; molding, precision machining casting, sheet metal fabrication, welding, cable assembly, etc.
• Excellent small cross-functional team leadership skills
• Functional management ability, including recruiting, skills and career development, goals and objectives setting and management, performance management
• Experience with budgeting managing to a budget and headcount planning
• Verbal presentation skills commensurate with a technical audience
• Successful candidate must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder.
• Must be able to communicate effectively in both written and spoken English

Sanmina is an Equal Opportunity Employer

To oversee, provide direct leadership and continual evaluation of the Pleasant Prairie site’s operating departments, including the maintenance, safety, quality and compliance, and fabrication manufacturing with the goal to improve throughput and productivity, increase efficiency and profitability, and optimize customer and employee relations.

• Lead and oversee production, quality, safety, maintenance, materials management and distribution ensuring an efficient, safe, and cost-effective operation.
• Plan, develop, and oversee implementation of comprehensive operating plans with the goals of continually increased throughput, consistent quality process control, and on time delivery, especially where needed to support increased demand from current accounts.
• Evaluate and act on new purchasing/design/manufacturing/distribution ideas and champions. Continuous Improvement programs like 5S, Lean, 6 Sigma, etc. looking always to improve our operations and processes in order to become more efficient.
• Responsible for enhancing technical and functional competencies, including ongoing review of needs and evaluation of all CAPEX spending related to the plant including ensuring on-budget, on-time delivery of all approved capital projects.
• Lead site management team in establishing long-term growth and profitability goals for the company, as well as professional and leadership development in the organization. Vital contributor to assessment/selection for senior plant leaders and other critical plant positions.
• Must shape the plant culture through example and key leadership events, engaging, enabling and energizing staff at all levels. Bring issues that may arise in a plant environment to prompt and fair resolution.
• Identifies long-term planning and priorities to inform financial budgeting process to support the forecast prepared by sales and controls expenditures within approved budgetary parameters.
• Utilizes a system of key performance indicators to measure plant performance to ensure that product demand is manufactured and delivered on time and in compliance, recommending actions necessary to improve results.
• Drives compliance with all applicable regulations and requirements in the safety, quality and labor area and sets the tone for plant readiness and compliance for internal and external audits.
• Supports transition of new product development to manufacturing through Production Readiness and Production Transfer phases. Ensure reliable revenue stream from funded Development projects with appropriate purchasing management through all design stages.
• Promotes new product quotations and sustains current customer relationships, acting as key contributor to pipeline opportunities and onsite customer visits. Enables the company to be able to secure new business from pipeline opportunities by supplying technical packages where required to accompany RFQ.
• Performs other accountabilities as apparent or assigned.

Job Qualifications

• Engineering Degree is highly recommended. Management, Business and/or Appropriate experience may be considered.
• Minimum of five (5) to ten (10) years of experience managing production of medical components and/or finished devices.
• Candidate preferred to have knowledge and experience with materials used in medical extrusion and molding.
• Candidate must have knowledge and demonstrate understanding of ISO13485 standards and experience in successfully passing customer third-party audits.
• Leads communication initiatives with superior oral and written communication skills; creates new and different forums for communicating effectively.
• Strong strategic skills with demonstrated experience helping the plant team prioritize and implement organizational objectives.
• Inspiring leader willing to embrace change as a great opportunity for growth with ability to apply considerable judgment, expertise, and experience in handling problems and opportunities.
• Physical Demands:
• Must be able to assist Production activities as required.
• Work Environment:
• Office and Production floor.
• Occasional travel required.