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Job description:
This is not a desk engineering role. This is where engineering meets reality.
At Triple/S Dynamics, this role owns the gap between design and production, ensuring that what gets engineered can actually be built efficiently, correctly, and repeatedly.
You will be on the floor, working with fabricators, assemblers, and vendors to eliminate problems, improve processes, and drive manufacturability into every job.
This role replaces a long-tenured problem solver who knew how to make things work. This role will build that capability into a repeatable, high-performance system.
If you are the type of engineer who sees a bad process and fixes it immediately, you will thrive here.
What You'll Own
- Ensuring engineering designs are fully manufacturable before release
- Acting as the technical bridge between engineering and the shop floor
- Working with vendors to solve fabrication and assembly issues in real time, not documenting them later
- Driving reduction in rework, delays, and production inefficiencies
- Creating and maintaining clear, usable shop documentation
- Improving workflows across assembly, paint, and test
- Developing tooling, fixtures, and methods that make production easier and faster
- Leading root cause analysis and ensuring issues do not repeat
- Supporting production teams with practical, hands-on problem solving
- Driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations
What Success Looks Like
- Drawings released to the floor are buildable without confusion or rework
- Production issues are resolved same-day whenever possible
- Measurable reduction in rework, delays, and fabrication errors
- Shop teams trust engineering because solutions are practical and usable
- Processes improve over time, not reset with each job
- Tooling and workflows increase throughput and reduce frustration
- Problems are permanently solved, not repeatedly revisited
Must-Haves
- Degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering
- 3+ years in manufacturing or production engineering
- Strong understanding of fabrication processes (welding, machining, forming, assembly)
- Ability to read and interpret mechanical drawings and weld symbols
- Hands-on problem-solving mindset in a production environment
Strong Differentiators
- Experience in heavy equipment or capital equipment manufacturing
- Experience working directly with shop floor teams
- Conveyor or bulk material handling equipment familiarity
- Experience improving manufacturability, not just supporting it
- ERP/MRP and production documentation experience
Culture & Environment
- Low bureaucracy, high ownership
- You will not be micromanaged, but you will be expected to deliver
- Problems are yours to solve, not escalate indefinitely
- Clarity is not always given, you must create it
- This is not a fit for someone who prefers theoretical engineering over practical execution, avoids direct interaction with production teams, or needs perfect information before acting
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Are you able to travel to Canada, Mexico, and internationally?
- Are you authorized to work in the US without sponsorship?
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Manufacturing: 4 years (Required)
- ERP systems: 4 years (Required)
- Industrial engineering: 2 years (Required)
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Who's Hiring
- Lockheed Martin136

- 48forty Solutions132

- Dewolff, Boberg & Associates82

- Northrop Grumman66

- Raytheon39

Top Industries Hiring
- Electronics & Hardware31
- Manufacturing27
- Consulting & Professional Services27
- Automotive19
- Technology & Software19
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in manufacturing jobs.
- High school diploma or GED with vocational or technical training preferred
- Experience operating CNC machines, PLCs, or other production equipment
- Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or 5S methodologies
- Ability to read and interpret blueprints, schematics, or technical drawings
- OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification or willingness to obtain upon hire
- Physical ability to stand for extended periods and lift up to 50 pounds
Tips for Your Manufacturing Job Search
Tailor your resume to certifications
Manufacturing hiring managers scan for credentials fast. List your OSHA, Lean Six Sigma, or forklift certifications near the top of your resume, not buried at the bottom. Many applicant tracking systems filter candidates by certification keywords before a human ever sees your application.
Quantify output and efficiency gains
Generic phrases like 'improved productivity' won't stand out. Replace them with specifics: units produced per shift, scrap rate reductions, or downtime you cut through preventive maintenance. Numbers give hiring managers something concrete to compare across candidates.
Target openings by shift and site type
Manufacturing roles vary significantly by facility type, from high-volume assembly lines to small-batch precision shops, and by shift structure. Read job postings carefully for required shift patterns and equipment mentioned. Applying to roles that match your actual experience and availability saves time on both sides.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists manufacturing openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Prepare for skills assessments in interviews
Many manufacturing employers include a practical component in their hiring process, such as reading a blueprint, identifying a defect in a sample part, or walking through a root cause analysis scenario. Review the specific equipment or processes listed in the job posting and be ready to demonstrate hands-on knowledge.
Negotiate start date and shift premium
Once you have an offer, manufacturing roles often carry shift differentials for second or third shift that aren't always listed upfront. Ask directly what the differential is and confirm the onboarding schedule. These details are easier to clarify before you accept than after.
Manufacturing Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most manufacturings?
Lockheed Martin, 48forty Solutions, and Dewolff, Boberg & Associates are hiring the most manufacturings right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Ohio, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Demand tends to cluster around major industrial corridors and fulfillment hubs.
How many manufacturing jobs are remote?
About 18% of manufacturing openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, with most of those roles in quality systems, process engineering, technical documentation, and supply chain coordination rather than hands-on production. Assembly, machining, and line operations remain almost entirely on-site by nature.
How do you become a manufacturing?
Start by completing a high school diploma or GED, then pursue vocational training, an apprenticeship, or an associate degree in manufacturing technology or industrial maintenance. Build hands-on experience with common equipment and earn entry-level certifications such as OSHA 10 and Lean fundamentals. From there, apply to production or technician roles and work toward specialty certifications as your skills grow.
How do you get hired in manufacturing with little or no experience?
Focus on entry-level production associate, material handler, or quality inspector postings, which are designed for candidates building their first manufacturing resume. Highlight any vocational coursework, shop class experience, or hands-on side projects. Employers in food processing, consumer goods assembly, and logistics-adjacent manufacturing frequently hire and train candidates without prior formal experience.
What does the manufacturing interview process look like?
Most manufacturing interviews start with a phone or video screen focused on your availability, certifications, and familiarity with relevant equipment. An on-site interview typically follows, often including a facility tour and a practical skills check such as reading a blueprint or identifying a defect. Final rounds may involve a conversation with a shift supervisor or plant manager before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to manufacturing jobs?
You can find and apply to manufacturing jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your skills and experience, then apply directly to each listing.
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