Manufacturing/Quality Engineer

Manufacturing/Quality Engineer #201643

Job Title: Manufacturing/Quality Engineer
Location: Central Iowa Region, IA
Compensation: $85 – 95K Base Salary
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package provided
On-Site, Hybrid, or Remote: On-Site
Job Type: Direct Hire
Relocation Assistance: Not Available
Experience Level: 5+ Years
Industry: Manufacturing
Keys to Job: Engineering Degree, ERP Systems/ISO Frameworks, Microsoft Office/CAD Software

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in manufacturing or process engineering within an industrial environment.
• Proven expertise in process development, production launches, and optimization.
• Familiarity with enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and ISO quality management frameworks.
• Experience with industrial or heavy-duty product manufacturing is preferred.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and computer-aided design (CAD) software.
• Ability to lead cross-functional projects and manage multiple priorities under tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of lean methodologies, such as 5S, value stream mapping, or Six Sigma, is highly desirable.

Key Responsibilities

• Interpret technical specifications and engineering documentation to develop precise and accurate process designs.
• Create, document, and optimize manufacturing processes to ensure repeatability, cost-effectiveness, and scalability.
• Spearhead the development and deployment of production methods for new products and process revisions.
• Partner with design teams to facilitate the transition of product concepts into efficient, production-ready processes.
• Conduct root cause analyses and implement corrective measures to enhance process performance and reliability.
• Maintain and update standard operating procedures (SOPs), process documentation, and forms in alignment with ISO 9000 standards.
• Act as the primary liaison between product development and production teams, ensuring design integrity throughout the launch phase.
• Lead pre-production validation activities, including risk assessments, control plans, and process capability evaluations.
• Support the design and implementation of tooling, equipment, and fixtures to ensure process readiness.
• Monitor initial production runs to verify process stability and product conformance to specifications.
• Champion quality assurance by identifying potential process risks and deploying preventive strategies.
• Apply lean manufacturing principles to minimize waste, enhance throughput, and streamline operations.
• Contribute to internal audits and develop corrective action plans to uphold process and product quality standards.
• Lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives to drive operational efficiency.
• Collaborate with quality, design, and operations teams to align processes with customer requirements and organizational goals.
• Communicate process capabilities, improvement strategies, and project timelines to internal stakeholders and external partners.
• Deliver training to production staff on new processes and updated operational standards.

The Opportunity

Our organization, a prominent player in the industrial manufacturing sector, seeks a skilled Manufacturing/Quality Engineer to enhance production efficiency and product quality. Based in a dynamic industrial hub, this role focuses on designing, refining, and implementing robust manufacturing processes to support seamless production launches and operational excellence. Collaborating with cross-functional teams, the successful candidate will ensure high-quality outputs, drive continuous improvement, and maintain compliance with industry standards in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment.

Schedule and Compensation:

Engagement: Full-Time, On-Site
Compensation: $85 – 95K Base Salary, depending on experience
Benefits Package: Comprehensive benefits package provided

Equal Opportunity Employer

Genesis is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer. As a company we promote and are committed to equal employment opportunities for all regardless of the persons gender, race, color, religion, ancestry, sex, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, Veteran status, or gender identity. If you have special needs or a disability which requires our accommodation, please make us aware when applying.