Our client is seeking a highly capable and motivated Manufacturing Engineer to support both the technical performance of our foundry operations and the integrity of our manufacturing systems data.

This position is intentionally structured as a split role:

·      50% Foundry Process Engineering / Manufacturing Support

·      50% ERP Standards, Costing, and Master Data Management

The successful candidate will serve as a key technical resource to improve operational performance, product quality, process stability, and cost accuracy. This role requires a

hands-on engineer who is equally comfortable solving problems on the production floor and driving discipline within ERP systems and operational standards.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

I. Foundry Engineering / Manufacturing Support (50%)

·      Provide daily technical support to aluminum foundry operations, including melting, pouring, molding, finishing, and heat treat processes.

·      Monitor and improve key manufacturing metrics, including scrap, yield, throughput, downtime, cycle times, and labor efficiency.

·      Lead root cause investigations for process issues, defects, quality escapes, and customer concerns.

·      Develop and maintain standard work, process documentation, work instructions, and operating procedures.

·      Support corrective and preventive action efforts related to quality, safety, and operational performance.

·      Assist with process validation, tooling trials, new product launches, and process changes.

·      Identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives focused on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.

·      Work directly with operators, supervisors, quality, and maintenance teams to improve process capability and reliability.

·      Support process audits, PFMEA reviews, control plans, and compliance initiatives.

·      Assist in troubleshooting equipment and recommending process improvements.

II. ERP Standards / Costing / Master Data Management (50%)

·      Maintain and improve ERP system master data, including routings, bills of material, labor standards, machine rates, and work center setup.

·      Conduct time studies and operational reviews to establish and maintain accurate labor and machine standards.

·      Support product costing accuracy through routine review of labor assumptions, material yields, scrap factors, and routing integrity.

·      Lead ERP data cleanup and system improvement initiatives to improve planning, scheduling, inventory accuracy, and financial reporting.

·      Audit shop floor data and ERP system alignment to ensure operational reality matches system standards.

·      Analyze production performance against established standards and identify opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvement.

·      Support quoting and estimating efforts through accurate process and cost input.

·      Develop and maintain KPI reporting for productivity, scrap, throughput, and cost performance.

·      Partner with Finance, Production, and Leadership to improve operational visibility and decision-making.

·      Support implementation of process controls and best practices for data accuracy and reporting consistency.

Qualifications Required Qualifications

·      Bachelor’s degree in metallurgical engineering, Materials Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.

·      Minimum 3–5 years of manufacturing engineering experience, preferably in foundry, casting, metals, or related heavy manufacturing.

·      Working knowledge of foundry processes, casting methods, and process control principles.

·      Experience with ERP systems, production routings, labor standards, bills of material, and manufacturing costing.

·      Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

·      Proficient in Microsoft Excel and data analysis tools.

·      Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

·      Effective written and verbal communication skills.

·      Ability to work cross-functionally and influence change in a manufacturing environment.

Preferred Qualifications

·      Aluminum/Magnesium casting experience strongly preferred.

·      Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement tools.

·      Knowledge of Six Sigma, root cause analysis, SPC, and quality systems.

·      Experience with process audits, PFMEA, and control plans.

·      Familiarity with ERP platforms such as Epicor, Plex, IQMS, SAP, or similar systems.

Physical / Work Environment Requirements

·      Ability to work in both office and manufacturing floor environments.

·      Ability to stand, walk, and climb stairs throughout the facility as needed.

·      Ability to lift up to 50 pounds occasionally.

·      Ability to wear required PPE in foundry and production areas.

·      Exposure to heat, noise, dust, and industrial manufacturing conditions.

Key Competencies

·      Technical problem solving

·      Process discipline

·      Data accuracy and systems thinking

·      Continuous improvement mindset

·      Cross-functional collaboration

·      Accountability and ownership

·      Strong sense of urgency and follow-through