Job Title: Weld Production Engineer

Client is unable to provide visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Job Description

The primary responsibility of this role is to support the operations of the manufacturing facility by applying innovative ideas and technology to advance the company.

Responsibilities

Apply production tools and methodologies of 5-why problem solving to eliminate and prevent recurrence of machining and assembly process inefficiencies.Utilize a teamwork approach and mindset to develop working relationships for stronger, more effective future partnerships.Use a methodical and data-driven analytical approach to continuously improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost problems and report status to management.Manage projects by creating schedules, establishing punch lists, and meeting established due dates and milestones.Search for innovative solutions, test them in a manufacturing setting, and develop business case justification to gain approval for purchase if trials prove successful.Develop equipment procurement scopes of work and ensure specifications are met from planning to production usage.

Essential Skills

Lean manufacturingMechanical engineeringProduction EngineeringManufacturing engineeringManufacturing processAutomotive EngineeringProject ManagementProcess improvementContinuous improvementTime studiesMachiningWelding

Additional Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree (or higher) in Engineering or similar technical field3+ years of equivalent professional experience in an engineering role for automotive manufacturingProficiency with Microsoft Excel (Intermediate or above)Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint (Intermediate or above)Experience with technical specifications and implementation of major and minor equipment design and/or process specification changesAbility and willingness to work flexible hours, including 2nd shift, weekends and holidays/shutdown, dependent on business needsExperience with project management including writing detailed scope of work, creating schedules, managing vendors/contractors, and providing regular status updates

Work Environment

The role is within the Bodyweld PILOT group, with 60% of the time spent on the manufacturing floor and 40% at the desk. The manufacturing floor is busy and loud, requiring adherence to all safety procedures. The office has large open seating. While primarily on a 1st shift schedule, there is a need to respond to calls outside of normal working hours, with typical workdays starting around 7 AM and ending by 5 PM, often extending to 10 to 12 hours.

Job Type & Location

This is a Long term open ended contract position based out of Georgetown, Kentucky.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $33.50 - $50.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job
classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be
subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits
available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Georgetown,KY.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Sep 18, 2025.

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