Manufacturing Engineer

Axios Professional Recruitment is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to join a leading manufacturer in Greenville, Michigan.

The Manufacturing Engineer will support high-end refrigeration product lines, playing a key role in driving operational excellence, improving manufacturing processes, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. This individual will partner cross-functionally with engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure efficient production, cost control, and alignment between product design and manufacturing capabilities.

Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and lead staff training initiatives, ensuring effectiveness and proper documentation (primary focus of role)
• Develop, implement, and maintain detailed work instructions to support Bills of Materials (BOMs) and engineering documentation
• Collaborate with Quality and Engineering teams to support technical training and process improvements
• Lead manufacturing projects, including assembly line relocations and new production line setup
• Assist in production layout design and optimization in a lean manufacturing environment
• Participate in new product development to ensure manufacturability, efficiency, and proper production flow
• Evaluate processes, conduct time studies, and track efficiencies to identify continuous improvement opportunities
• Develop and present recommendations to improve safety, quality, delivery, and cost
• Communicate Engineering Change Notices (ECNs) and act as a liaison between production and engineering
• Support equipment maintenance, capital planning, and new equipment justification
• Manage purchasing of tooling, equipment, and production supplies
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and safety regulations
• Partner cross-functionally with operations, maintenance, engineering, quality, and leadership teams

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years of experience in a fast-paced manufacturing or assembly environment
• Hands-on experience working on the production floor
• • Strong project management mindset with the ability to drive initiatives to completion
• Experience with lean manufacturing and production layout design
• Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks preferred)
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word)

Working Conditions:

• Full-time, on-site position based in Greenville, Michigan
• Split work environment between office and shop floor (approximately 50/50)
• Standard Monday–Friday schedule with additional hours as needed
• Fast-paced, team-oriented manufacturing environment
• Axios Professional Recruitment—an entirely employee-owned company—is the largest independent employer in West Michigan. Our mission is to match people with meaningful, long-lasting, and enjoyable careers, not just a job. Since 1988, we’ve helped match over 300,000 professionals with top employers across West Michigan.

Axios Professional Recruitment—an entirely employee-owned company—is the largest independent employer in West Michigan. Our mission is to match people with meaningful, long-lasting, and enjoyable careers, not just a job. Since 1988, we’ve helped match over 300,000 professionals with top employers across West Michigan.