Manufacturing Engineer - Jacksonville, Florida, United States
2 days ago
Job description
About IEM
Industrial Electric Mfg. (IEM) is the largest independent full-line manufacturer of custom power distribution systems in North America. Founded more than 75 years ago in Fremont, California, IEM grew alongside Silicon Valley and today operates over 1.7 million square feet of manufacturing capacity. With $1B+ in annual sales and 10,000+ commissioned projects across technology, data centers, commercial, energy, utilities, healthcare, industrial, and infrastructure markets, IEM continues to deliver exceptional product quality, dependable service, and the flexibility to meet complex technical requirements at scale.
Position Summary:
IEM is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer for our Jacksonville, FL location and will report into the Senior Manager of Manufacturing Engineering. We are seeking a hands-on and detail-oriented Manufacturing Engineer with experience working in a medium to high-mix volume manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for driving process improvements, implementing standard work, and leading continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem-solving and Kaizen methodologies. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented setting and has a passion for lean manufacturing and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design, optimize, and implement manufacturing processes to improve quality, efficiency, and safety.
- Lead and participate in Kaizen events, root cause problem solving (8D, A3, DMAIC), and continuous improvement projects.
- Develop and maintain standard work instructions for production processes.
- Use data-driven analysis (SPC, Pareto, time studies) to identify and resolve process bottlenecks or defects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Quality, Operations, and Supply Chain to introduce new products and process changes.
- Support equipment selection, process validation, and layout optimization for lean flow.
- Lead PFMEA, control plans, and risk assessments for manufacturing processes.
- Ensure processes comply with quality, safety, and environmental standards.
- Train and mentor operators and technicians on process changes and lean tools.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related technical field).
- 3–7 years of experience in a manufacturing or process engineering role. Proven experience with Kaizen, standard work, time studies, line balancing, material flow, and structured problem-solving tools (A3, 5-Why, Fishbone, PDCA, etc.).
- Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and/or Six Sigma principles.
- Experience with ERP/MES systems, engineering change control, and work instruction platforms.
- Demonstrated career ambition with a track record of growth and increasing responsibility; highly promotable with the potential to take on broader leadership roles within a fast-paced, high-growth organization
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and engineering tools such as AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or equivalent.
- Strong interpersonal, facilitation, and communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Lean/Six Sigma certification (Green Belt or higher).
- Experience in electrical equipment, assembly-based, or industrial manufacturing environments.
- Familiarity with ISO 9001 or related quality management systems.
Why Join IEM
At IEM, you'll join a team that powers some of the world's most ambitious projects. We're engineers, makers, and problem-solvers who thrive on tackling complex challenges and delivering solutions that keep industries moving forward. If you're driven, collaborative, and ready to make an impact, we'd love to hear from you. Your creativity and passion can help us achieve great things—come be part of the journey.
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