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Manufacturing Engineer: 26-01912

Stafford Springs, CT 06076

Posted: 07/06/2026 Job Category: Technician - Laboratory, Manufacturing, Electronics, Electrical Job Number: 26-01912 Country: US

Job Description

Primary Skills: Lean Methodologies (advanced), Process Improvement (advanced), Data Analysis (intermediate), CAD Software (intermediate), Root Cause Analysis (intermediate)
Contract Type: W2
Duration: 9 Months
Location: Stafford Springs, CT - 06076
Pay Range: $50 - $55 per hour on W2
 
Job Summary: We are seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support manufacturing operations, process improvements, and new product introductions. In this role, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize production processes, improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain high quality standards in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Develop manufacturing work instructions, procedures, and documentation.
  • Drive process improvements using Lean tools such as Kaizen, 5S, Kanban, and Value Stream Mapping.
  • Troubleshoot manufacturing issues and perform root cause analysis.
  • Support new product introductions, equipment optimization, and engineering change orders (ECOs).
  • Collaborate with Operations, Quality, Maintenance, and R&D teams to improve manufacturing performance.

Must-Have Skills:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Materials, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
  • 1–3 years of manufacturing engineering experience.
  • Experience with Lean Manufacturing and process improvement.
  • Strong troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and data analysis skills.
  • CAD software experience.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.
  • Exposure to automation or equipment integration is a plus.

Industry Experience:  Manufacturing, Medical Device, Life Sciences, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical, Industrial Manufacturing

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