Manufacturing Engineer (Eng & Tech) 1st Shift

Manufacturing Engineer (Hands-On / Production Support) – 1st Shift | Direct Hire
📍 Livonia, MI
🕒 1st Shift
💲 Up to $90,000 Base Salary

The Adecco Permanent Recruitment team is partnering with a manufacturing organization seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to support production operations and drive equipment reliability. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys working directly on the floor, troubleshooting equipment, and improving processes in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Troubleshoot and resolve mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues on production equipment

• Provide real-time support to minimize downtime and keep production running efficiently

• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

• Collaborate with maintenance and production teams to improve machine performance and reliability

• Lead and support continuous improvement initiatives (lean manufacturing, process optimization)

• Assist with equipment installation, upgrades, and commissioning

• Develop and update SOPs and work instructions

• Monitor equipment performance and recommend improvements to increase uptime and output

• Support preventative and predictive maintenance programs

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and company policies

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering (or equivalent hands-on experience)

• 3+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

• Strong troubleshooting skills across mechanical and electrical systems

• Experience working directly with production equipment and machinery

• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, schematics, and manuals

• Strong problem-solving and communication skills

• Comfortable working in a hands-on, shop floor environment

Preferred:

• Experience with CNC machines, injection molding, or automated equipment

• Basic PLC troubleshooting knowledge

• Exposure to lean manufacturing tools (Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma)

• Experience in high-volume production environments

Work Environment:

• Primarily based on the production floor

• Hands-on role requiring standing, walking, and interaction with machinery

• May require occasional off-shift or on-call supporting technology preferred.

What’s Offered:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Paid vacation and holidays

• On-the-job training and cross-training opportunities

• Clean, state-of-the-art facility

Pay Details: $80,000.00 to $90,000.00 per year

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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