Vogrinc Search Group · 21 hours ago
Manufacturing Engineer
Tallapoosa, GA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
6+ years expVogrinc Search Group is an industry leading manufacturer seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the development and launch of cutting edge security products for the transportation sector. This role focuses on designing, implementing, and improving manufacturing processes, tooling, and workflows to enhance efficiency and product quality.
EmploymentHuman ResourcesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Develop and refine manufacturing processes, workflows, and documentation to improve throughput, reduce defects, and increase repeatability. Conduct time studies, capability analysis, and process mapping, and apply structured problem-solving methods to drive measurable improvements
Partner with design and quality engineering to ensure manufacturability, resolve nonconformances, and implement corrective and preventive actions. Create and maintain production work instructions and support material selection, BOM updates, and lifecycle documentation
Lead pilot builds, validation runs, and production readiness assessments for new product lines. Coordinate cross-functional efforts to scale output to target production volumes while maintaining safety, yield, and quality standards
Define equipment, tooling, fixtures, and automation solutions that improve consistency and efficiency. Work with suppliers, machine vendors, and contract manufacturers to ensure equipment and processes meet technical and operational requirements and provide technical support when production issues arise
Analyze and improve workflow, facility layout, and space utilization to support efficient manufacturing operations
Communicate manufacturing performance, risks, and improvement plans to stakeholders across the organization
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering required
6+ years of manufacturing engineering experience including electronics hardware, IoT devices, or small electromechanical products
Demonstrated experience successfully supporting new product introduction and scaling production lines
Strong knowledge of process development, assembly methods, test processes, and manufacturing equipment for hardware products
Hands-on experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools such as 8D, DMAIC, or FMEA
Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and technical documentation and familiarity with MES systems, CAD tools, and statistical analysis methods
Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively across teams and with external partners
Organized, detail-oriented, and able to effectively manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, hands-on manufacturing environment
Ability to travel up to 25%
Company
Vogrinc Search Group
Vogrinc Search Group is a professional and executive recruiting firm with a 35+ year history of serving multiple industries, including: manufacturing, service, and supply chain sectors.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Brian Vogrinc
Partner, Executive Recruiter: brianv@vogshort.com
Paul Vogrinc
Executive Recruiter and Owner/Partner
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