Job Description
Job Description Job Description Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Location: Buffalo, NY Department: Engineering / Operations Reports To: Director, New Product Introduction Position Overview We are seeking an Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to design, stabilize, and continuously improve manufacturing processes in a high-mix, fabrication-driven environment. This role plays a critical part in driving operational excellence, built-in quality, and waste elimination. This engineer will work cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to ensure processes are capable, repeatable, safe, and scalable—from concept through full production. Key Responsibilities Process Design & Standardization Design, develop, and validate robust manufacturing processes aligned with product requirements, safety, and quality expectations. Establish and maintain standard work, process documentation, and visual controls to ensure repeatable execution. Lead process development efforts by collaborating with equipment suppliers, integrators, and internal stakeholders. Continuous Improvement (Kaizen) Identify and eliminate waste using Lean Manufacturing principles (flow, pull, takt, standard work). Apply structured problem-solving methods (e.g., Manufacturing Efficiency & Layout Optimization Analyze and improve workflow, material flow, space utilization, and equipment layout to support safety, efficiency, and scalability. Support line balancing, capacity planning, and throughput optimization. Quality at the Source Design and implement process controls, error-proofing (poka-yoke), and inspection methods to ensure quality is built into the process—not inspected in later. Partner with Quality to reduce defects, variation, and rework through process capability improvements. Cost & Decision Support Provide data-driven manufacturing decisions by analyzing labor, material, equipment, and overhead costs. Equipment & Process Support Support equipment commissioning, validation, and troubleshooting. Coordinate with Maintenance to ensure equipment reliability, uptime, and preventative maintenance alignment. Serve as a technical resource for manufacturing teams, addressing process questions and improvement opportunities. Data, Documentation & Knowledge Development Maintain accurate process documentation, databases, and reports related to manufacturing performance. Develop and deliver training for technicians and operators to ensure process understanding and ownership. Stay current on manufacturing technologies, methods, and best practices through continued learning. Qualifications Required Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field. 5 years of experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a production environment. Experience supporting fabrication, assembly, or industrial manufacturing operations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured, methodical approach. Experience using engineering and manufacturing software tools. Preferred Exposure to Lean Manufacturing, TPS, or continuous improvement systems. Experience with process mapping, value stream analysis, or standard work development. Familiarity with quality tools (SPC, PFMEA, control plans). What Success Looks Like in This Role Manufacturing processes are stable, repeatable, and documented. Quality issues are prevented upstream through strong process design. Operators and technicians are empowered through clear standards and training. Decisions are driven by data, not assumptions.
