Manufacturing Engineer

Description

***THIS IS AN ON-SITE POSITION LOCATED IN STREETSBORO, OHIO***

About Us:

LayerZero Power Systems LLC. is a globally recognized leader in providing state-of-the-art power distribution solutions for critical industries. With a strong focus on reliability, innovation, and customer satisfaction, we deliver advanced power systems products that ensure uninterrupted and dependable power supply in mission-critical environments. Our customer base is comprised of companies in the data center (our main focus), financial, computer service provision, and semiconductor manufacturing sectors LayerZero Power Systems is on a trajectory of sustained growth, with a loyal customer base of existing Fortune 100 customers and an expanding portfolio of new customers.

Description

The Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for the design, development, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. This role partners cross-functionally with Operations, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering to implement scalable systems, optimize material flow, and support production readiness.

Process Development & Standardization

• Develop, document, and maintain standard work, work instructions, and process flows
• Design and optimize assembly processes, line layouts, and workstation configurations
• Define requirements for tooling, fixtures, and equipment
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and process validation activities

Continuous Improvement

• Apply Lean Manufacturing principles to eliminate waste and improve flow
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and implement corrective actions
• Improve cycle time, throughput, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE)
• Drive A3 problem-solving initiatives

Material Flow & ERP Integration

• Design and implement material replenishment strategies (kitting, kanban, line-side stock)
• Optimize warehouse-to-line material flow and replenishment triggers
• Ensure alignment between physical processes and ERP transactions within Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central

Production Support

• Provide daily support to production operations to resolve process inefficiencies, downtime, and quality issues
• Participate in Tier meetings and Gemba walks
• Support implementation of corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)

Testing & Validation

• Define and support functional and burn-in testing processes
• Ensure processes and equipment meet performance, reliability, and safety standards

Layout & Capacity Planning

• Develop and maintain facility and production layouts (e.g., Visio or CAD-based)
• Perform capacity analysis, line balancing, and bottleneck identification
• Support capital projects, including cost justification (ROI, IRR, Payback)

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with ISO 9001 and internal quality standards
• Develop and maintain controlled documentation
• Support internal and external audits

Safety & Ergonomics

• Conduct risk assessments and Management of Change (MOC) activities
• Apply OSHA hierarchy of controls to mitigate risk
• Improve workplace ergonomics and reduce manual handling hazards

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in:
  • Manufacturing Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Or related field

Experience

• 2–7+ years of experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or related field
• Experience in assembly, production environments, and process improvement initiatives
• Experience with ERP systems (preferably Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central or similar)

Technical Skills

• Process mapping and workflow development
• Time studies and line balancing
• Root cause analysis (5 Why, Fishbone)
• Layout design (Visio, AutoCAD, or similar)
• Data analysis (Excel; Power BI preferred)
• Strong communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Hands-on, team-oriented mindset with strong shop-floor presence
• Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma certification
• Experience in ISO-regulated environments
• Experience with automation, controls, or testing systems
• Throughput and cycle time improvement
• Bottleneck utilization
• First-pass yield (FPY)
• Ergonomic risk reduction
• CAPEX ROI achievement
• On-time completion of projects
• Combination of shop floor and office environment
• Frequent interaction with production personnel and cross-functional teams
• Requires standing, walking, and occasional lifting in a manufacturing setting