Polaris Inc. · 2 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Huntsville, AL
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expPolaris Inc. is focused on establishing efficient production methods, and they are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to implement cost-effective strategies. The role involves managing processes, developing new manufacturing techniques, and collaborating with engineering teams to enhance productivity and quality standards.
Consumer Goods
Hiring Manager
Emily Force
Responsibilities
Directly manage a single or multiple process tech and other technical direct reports
Work with a team of engineers and supervisors in order to achieve department goals
Identifies areas of unnecessary cost and drive cost savings for the department
Develop and implement new manual and automated processes with ability to recommend and specify equipment details
Develops and updates process documentation and procedure instruction
Conducts direct labor studies using acceptable engineering practices and establishes labor standards on operations, set up, and workstation layout
Defines tooling and fixturing used in the manufacturing process, while also assisting with ideas for specialized processes
Coordinates with tool vendor to specify or procure new tooling and fixtures to make necessary changes
Available to travel to run off new tooling at vendor sites
Analyzes and evaluates manufacturing methods and standards
Provides solutions to problems that adversely affect cost, operator safety, productivity and quality
Qualify and develop new specifications
Work closely with other engineering groups such a Design, Assembly, Tube fab and Paint
Work with department M.E.s as well as New Product Engineers on model year changes and new product
Recognize current production problems and provide feedback to the team and direct feedback to design engineers
Assists in development and troubleshooting of manufacturing equipment
Assists in preparation of departmental budget including material, manpower, equipment and outside procurement costs, and operates within approved parameters
Reviews preliminary designs, making recommendations to reduce costs and improve manufacturability and quality on new or existing parts
Develops detailed and accurate capital equipment studies, makes appropriate recommendation
Operates within an approved budget
Reviews and evaluates manufacturing costs pertaining to make vs. buy decisions
Drive lean culture
Performs other assignments as requested
Works to minimize down time to production, during improvement projects and model year changes
Perform assessment and critical decisions in line down situation
Qualification
Required
B.S. in Industrial, Mechanical, or Manufacturing engineering required
3+ years of Manufacturing Engineering experience in a fast-paced production environment preferably in automotive industry
Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
Excellent verbal and written skills required
Proficiency with PC's and Microsoft suite
Proficiency in CAD including AutoCAD, CREO and SolidWorks
Understanding of SPC
Strong Project Management skills
Preferred
Lean Manufacturing knowledge
Ability to read and interpret mechanical print
Works independently with moderate supervisory direction
Company
Polaris Inc.
Since 1954, Polaris has proudly defined, re-defined and then raised the bar again for the powersports industry.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$850M2025-11-05Post Ipo Debt· $500M
2025-07-02Post Ipo Debt· $350M
1987-08-21IPO
Leadership Team
Mike Speetzen
Chief Executive Officer
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