Entry Level Lead Manufacturing Engineer Jobs
New grad lead manufacturing engineer jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or a hands-on project portfolio can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles concentrated in Education, Automotive, and Manufacturing, with employers like BD, MCC, and Femasys hiring at this level now.
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What your day looks like
Picture yourself walking into our on-site Ripon, WI plant, greeting an 8–12 person production crew that looks to you for direction. You kick off a crisp pre-shift huddle—safety highlights, quality checkpoints, HR notes, and the day’s output targets—then get everyone aligned on standard work and KPIs. Throughout the shift, you coach new hires, check PPE, track Hour-by-Hour Boards, conduct 5S Audits and Dupont Stop Observations, and keep work stacks moving. When a hiccup appears, you quickly escalate to the Group Leader and keep neighboring Team Leads in the loop so the next shift starts strong. You champion continuous improvement, capture ideas, and use SAP to keep materials and information flowing. You lead with a servant mindset—clear, calm, and people-first.
Why Alliance
Alliance Laundry Systems is a stable, fast-paced manufacturing leader built on integrity. We set clear expectations, provide the tools to succeed, and surround you with teammates who have your back.
Where you’ll work
On-site in Ripon, WI
Available shifts
- 1st Shift: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
- 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM (8 hours)
- 3rd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 8:00 PM - 4:00 AM (8 hours)
- Weekend Days: Friday - Sunday, 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Overtime (as needed): Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
- Weekend Nights: Friday - Sunday, 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Monday - Thursday, 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM (8 hours)
How you’ll lead
- Train and onboard new team members; be their go-to resource
- Run daily pre-shift meetings covering safety, quality, HR, and production goals
- Ensure safe work practices; confirm and obtain required PPE
- Foster and implement continuous improvement ideas with the team
- Escalate production or systemic issues to the Group Leader
- Maintain cross-shift communication with other Team Leads and Leaders
- Update KPIs and area metrics; keep visuals current
- Create, maintain, and audit Team Member Standard Work
- Complete Hour by Hour Boards, 5S Audits, Dupont Stop Observations, and manage work stacks
- Coach through conflict to resolution with support from Group and Area Leaders
- Use SAP to support manufacturing processes
- Pitch in with other tasks as needed
What you bring
- Experience leading others (work or volunteer)
- Understanding of manufacturing processes preferred
- Servant-leadership approach; people-first mindset
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
- Demonstrated leadership capability
- High school diploma or equivalent
Physical and role demands
- Ability to stand for extended periods; occasional sitting, manual dexterity, stooping, bending
- Passing a pre-employment physical including a baseline test of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds
Compliance
Team Leads are required to:
- Passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Benefits
- Stable, growing work environment
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid vacation in your first year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Annual and Quarterly Perfect Attendance Awards
- Safety Recognition Program
- Medical Plan with company paid Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental and Vision Plans
- 401k Plan
- 11 Company Paid Holidays
- Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance with optional additional coverage
- Company-paid Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Annual wage increases
What your day looks like
Picture yourself walking into our on-site Ripon, WI plant, greeting an 8–12 person production crew that looks to you for direction. You kick off a crisp pre-shift huddle—safety highlights, quality checkpoints, HR notes, and the day’s output targets—then get everyone aligned on standard work and KPIs. Throughout the shift, you coach new hires, check PPE, track Hour-by-Hour Boards, conduct 5S Audits and Dupont Stop Observations, and keep work stacks moving. When a hiccup appears, you quickly escalate to the Group Leader and keep neighboring Team Leads in the loop so the next shift starts strong. You champion continuous improvement, capture ideas, and use SAP to keep materials and information flowing. You lead with a servant mindset—clear, calm, and people-first.
Why Alliance
Alliance Laundry Systems is a stable, fast-paced manufacturing leader built on integrity. We set clear expectations, provide the tools to succeed, and surround you with teammates who have your back.
Where you’ll work
On-site in Ripon, WI
Available shifts
- 1st Shift: Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 3:00 PM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
- 2nd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 3:00 PM - 1:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 1:00 PM - 9:00 PM (8 hours)
- 3rd Shift: Monday - Thursday, 8:00 PM - 6:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Friday, 8:00 PM - 4:00 AM (8 hours)
- Weekend Days: Friday - Sunday, 5:00 AM - 5:00 PM | Overtime (as needed): Monday - Thursday, 5:00 AM - 1:00 PM (8 hours)
- Weekend Nights: Friday - Sunday, 5:00 PM - 5:00 AM | Overtime (as needed): Monday - Thursday, 5:00 PM - 1:00 AM (8 hours)
How you’ll lead
- Train and onboard new team members; be their go-to resource
- Run daily pre-shift meetings covering safety, quality, HR, and production goals
- Ensure safe work practices; confirm and obtain required PPE
- Foster and implement continuous improvement ideas with the team
- Escalate production or systemic issues to the Group Leader
- Maintain cross-shift communication with other Team Leads and Leaders
- Update KPIs and area metrics; keep visuals current
- Create, maintain, and audit Team Member Standard Work
- Complete Hour by Hour Boards, 5S Audits, Dupont Stop Observations, and manage work stacks
- Coach through conflict to resolution with support from Group and Area Leaders
- Use SAP to support manufacturing processes
- Pitch in with other tasks as needed
What you bring
- Experience leading others (work or volunteer)
- Understanding of manufacturing processes preferred
- Servant-leadership approach; people-first mindset
- Strong communication, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills
- Demonstrated leadership capability
- High school diploma or equivalent
Physical and role demands
- Ability to stand for extended periods; occasional sitting, manual dexterity, stooping, bending
- Passing a pre-employment physical including a baseline test of lifting a minimum of 50 pounds
Compliance
Team Leads are required to:
- Passing a pre-employment drug screen and background check
Benefits
- Stable, growing work environment
- Employee Referral Bonus
- Paid vacation in your first year
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Annual and Quarterly Perfect Attendance Awards
- Safety Recognition Program
- Medical Plan with company paid Health Reimbursement Account
- Dental and Vision Plans
- 401k Plan
- 11 Company Paid Holidays
- Company-paid Life and AD&D Insurance with optional additional coverage
- Company-paid Long Term Disability (LTD)
- Annual wage increases
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Entry Level Lead Manufacturing Engineer Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level lead manufacturing engineer job?
Focus on internships, co-ops, or capstone projects that show you can work on the manufacturing floor, not just in a classroom. Employers at this level look for familiarity with Lean or Six Sigma principles, hands-on CAD or process documentation experience, and the ability to collaborate with production teams. Tailoring your resume to each job description and highlighting specific process improvements you contributed to gives you a real edge.
Which companies hire entry level lead manufacturing engineers?
Companies hiring entry level lead manufacturing engineers right now include BD, MCC, and Femasys, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, you'll find openings at a mix of large industrial manufacturers, defense contractors, and mid-size consumer goods producers that build structured entry programs around developing junior engineering talent.
Are there remote entry level lead manufacturing engineer jobs?
Yes, though remote work is less common in manufacturing than in software fields. About 0% of entry level lead manufacturing engineer openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and these roles typically involve process planning, documentation, or quality systems work rather than direct floor supervision. On-site positions remain the majority at this level.
Are these new grad lead manufacturing engineer jobs?
Yes, many of these openings are new grad and junior roles designed for recent graduates and candidates early in their careers. A new-grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or co-op rotations in place of full-time history, and sometimes considers a strong senior capstone project or portfolio as equivalent to early professional experience.
Which industries hire the most entry level lead manufacturing engineers?
Entry Level lead manufacturing engineer roles concentrate in Education, Automotive, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive consistent entry level hiring because they run high-volume production environments that need junior engineers to support process improvement, quality control, and equipment reliability initiatives.