{"id":24494,"date":"2026-03-06T17:52:34","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T17:52:34","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.pasona.com\/job\/061788\/"},"modified":"2026-03-26T21:04:20","modified_gmt":"2026-03-26T21:04:20","slug":"061788","status":"publish","type":"job_listing","link":"https:\/\/d3q8xutu1rneyj.cloudfront.net\/en\/job\/061788\/","title":{"rendered":"Production Engineer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>Production Engineer<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><strong>Location:<\/strong> Auburn, AL<\/p>\n<p><strong>Salary:<\/strong> $65,000 \u2013 $75,000<\/p>\n<p><strong>Workstyle:<\/strong> On-site | 1st or 2nd Shift | Non-Exempt<\/p>\n<p><strong>Benefits:<\/strong> Health, Dental, Vision, 401(k), and comprehensive benefits package<\/p>\n<hr>\n<\/hr>\n<h3>Position Overview<\/h3>\n<p>A growing automotive manufacturing operation is seeking a <strong>Production Engineer<\/strong> to support manufacturing and engineering teams with process optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives. This role focuses on <strong>injection molding operations, automation systems, and robotics<\/strong>, with a strong emphasis on hands-on problem solving on the production floor.<\/p>\n<p>The position is highly practical and collaborative, with approximately <strong>70% of time spent on the manufacturing floor (Gemba)<\/strong> observing processes, collecting data, and implementing improvements. Working closely with quality, maintenance, and production teams, the Production Engineer will help improve efficiency, reduce waste, and maintain high-quality standards.<\/p>\n<p>This role is ideal for <strong>early-career engineers or professionals with injection molding experience<\/strong> who enjoy working directly with manufacturing processes and equipment.<\/p>\n<hr>\n<\/hr>\n<h3>Key Responsibilities<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Support production operations by troubleshooting manufacturing processes, equipment, and automation systems.<\/li>\n<li>Analyze production issues and perform <strong>root cause analysis<\/strong> to resolve quality or efficiency problems.<\/li>\n<li>Apply <strong>continuous improvement methodologies<\/strong> such as PDCA, Lean, and Six Sigma to optimize manufacturing performance.<\/li>\n<li>Ensure compliance with <strong>ISO9001 and IATF16949 quality standards<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Design and improve production processes to enhance productivity, reduce costs, and maintain safety.<\/li>\n<li>Assist with <strong>automation systems, robotics, and material handling equipment<\/strong> used in injection molding operations.<\/li>\n<li>Conduct plant trials and testing to validate process improvements.<\/li>\n<li>Develop and update <strong>standard operating procedures (SOPs)<\/strong> and process documentation.<\/li>\n<li>Collaborate closely with <strong>quality, maintenance, and production teams<\/strong> to address manufacturing challenges.<\/li>\n<li>Support layout planning and equipment integration for process changes or new production initiatives.<\/li>\n<li>Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and operational excellence on the manufacturing floor.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<\/hr>\n<h3>Qualifications<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Bachelor\u2019s degree in <strong>Engineering or a related technical field<\/strong>, or equivalent manufacturing experience.<\/li>\n<li>Experience in <strong>plastic injection molding manufacturing environments<\/strong> preferred.<\/li>\n<li>Familiarity with <strong>PLC systems, CAD\/CAM, automation, or robotics<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Understanding of <strong>quality systems such as ISO9001 and IATF16949<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.<\/li>\n<li>Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<\/hr>\n<h3>Preferred Skills<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Experience with <strong>injection molding process parameters and mold setup<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Knowledge of <strong>Lean Manufacturing or Six Sigma methodologies<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Experience performing <strong>process improvement and production optimization<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Strong data analysis and documentation skills.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr>\n<\/hr>\n<h3>Work Environment<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Majority of work is <strong>hands-on in a manufacturing environment<\/strong>, spending significant time on the production floor.<\/li>\n<li>Regular standing, walking, and interaction with production equipment.<\/li>\n<li>Occasional lifting of up to <strong>50 pounds<\/strong>.<\/li>\n<li>Exposure to industrial equipment, machinery, and manufacturing processes. 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