The Manufacturing Engineer supports and improves Taylor Power Systems’ manufacturing operations by developing efficient production processes, reducing costs, improving workflow and increasing productivity.
This position evaluates production operations including metal forming, burning, bending, machining, welding, straightening, assembly, finishing, warehousing, quality, and safety. The Manufacturing Engineer conducts studies, recommends and helps implement improvements, supports production planning and prototype cost estimating, and communicates findings to production and engineering personnel.
Key Responsibilities
• Improve manufacturing processes and workflows
• Conduct time studies and labor analyses
• Evaluate facility layouts and material flow
• Support prototype cost estimating
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives
• Ensure safety and quality compliance
Required Qualifications
• Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering or an equivalent degree.
• Training in standard manufacturing engineering practices, procedures, and criteria, with the ability to apply them to Taylor Power Systems operations.
• Working knowledge of metal forming, machining practices, fabrication, assembly, and warehousing.
• Ability to use computers, computer-generated reports, and other tools to support engineering studies.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications
• Experience with CNC machining and assembly operations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
• Ability to conduct work measurement studies, evaluate workforce utilization, and recommend productivity improvements.
• Ability to analyze production facility layouts, material flow, storage, and handling practices.
• Ability to develop practical recommendations, support implementation, and coordinate with production supervisors.
• Ability to work independently, organize tasks, and communicate progress and results.
Skills Required
- Bachelor of Science degree in Industrial Engineering or an equivalent degree
- Training in standard manufacturing engineering practices, procedures, and criteria
- Working knowledge of metal forming, machining practices, fabrication, assembly, and warehousing
- Ability to use computers, computer-generated reports, and other tools to support engineering studies
- Effective written and verbal communication skills
- Experience with CNC machining and assembly operations
- Ability to conduct work measurement studies, evaluate workforce utilization, and recommend productivity improvements
- Ability to analyze production facility layouts, material flow, storage, and handling practices
- Ability to develop practical recommendations, support implementation, and coordinate with production supervisors
- Ability to work independently, organize tasks, and communicate progress and results
What We Do
The Taylor Group Inc. designs, engineers, and manufactures industrial lifting equipment, including pneumatic tire forklifts, cushion tire forklifts, log stackers, and container handlers. They focus on providing high-quality products and responsive after-market service.
