Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.
Location: Dubois
Schedule: Onsite| Full-Time
Drive Manufacturing Excellence and Continuous Improvement
Xylem is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to lead manufacturing improvement initiatives, optimize production processes, and support the successful execution of complex manufacturing projects. This role is ideal for a hands-on engineer who enjoys solving operational challenges, implementing innovative solutions, and driving measurable improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
Working closely with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering teams, you'll play a key role in enhancing manufacturing performance while supporting the production of industry-leading water technology solutions.
What You'll Do:
Project Management
- Lead the development and execution of manufacturing projects from concept through implementation.
- Develop project plans, schedules, and milestones while ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project objectives.
- Monitor project progress and provide updates to stakeholders and leadership.
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve manufacturing processes, productivity, quality, and efficiency.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and lower costs.
- Conduct process audits and recommend improvements based on data and operational performance.
- Train and support team members on new processes and best practices.
Production Planning & Operations Support
- Support production planning and scheduling activities to meet customer demand.
- Analyze production data and recommend improvements to increase throughput and operational effectiveness.
- Partner with Supply Chain teams to ensure timely material availability and production flow.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Support the development and maintenance of quality standards and manufacturing procedures.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to resolve production issues.
- Ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and operational excellence.
Cost & Budget Management
- Support manufacturing budget planning and cost control initiatives.
- Identify and implement cost-saving opportunities.
- Track project expenses and help ensure budget adherence.
What You’ll Bring:
- Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 4+ years of manufacturing engineering experience or equivalent experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems.
- Experience leading continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or process optimization initiatives.
- Proficiency with CAD software and manufacturing systems.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills.
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Experience supporting capital projects and manufacturing process development.
- Knowledge of production planning, quality systems, and manufacturing performance metrics.
- Experience working in a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing environment.
#LI-JO2
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical field
- 4+ years of manufacturing engineering experience or equivalent manufacturing-environment experience
- Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, equipment, and production systems
- Experience leading continuous improvement, Lean Manufacturing, or process optimization initiatives
- Proficiency with CAD software and manufacturing systems
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, project management, and organizational skills
- Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
- Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement methodologies
- Experience supporting capital projects and manufacturing process development
- Knowledge of production planning, quality systems, and manufacturing performance metrics
- Experience working in a fast-paced industrial or manufacturing environment
What We Do
Xylem |ˈzīləm| 1) The tissue in plants that brings water upward from the roots; 2) a leading global water technology company. Xylem, a leading global water technology company dedicated to solving the world’s most challenging water issues, is the leading global provider of efficient, innovative and sustainable water technologies improving the way water is used, managed, conserved and re-used. Our international team is unified in a common purpose: creating advanced technology and other trusted solutions to solve the world’s water challenges. We are committed to creating an organization of inclusion and diversity, where everyone feels involved, respected, valued and connected, and where everyone is free to bring their authentic selves and ideas. If you are excited and passionate about helping us #letssolvewater, we want to hear from you!
