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Manufacturing Engineer / Plant Engineer – Manufacturing Systems

Join a high-impact team shaping the future of U.S. manufacturing for one of the most iconic names in adhesives. As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll be at the center of modernizing and optimizing a legacy operation in the Columbus area. This is your chance to lead real change and build the foundation for a facility set to double in size over the next seven years.

Why You Should Apply

  • Shape the engineering future of globally known products
  • Drive hands-on innovation with direct impact on machine performance and production efficiency
  • Join a tight-knit, low-turnover culture where your voice and ideas will matter from day one
  • Enjoy a flexible, first-shift role with minimal travel and great work-life balance
  • Report directly to the Director of Supply Chain with leadership over a small maintenance team
  • Benefit package includes company-paid medical after 30 days, bonus potential, 401(k) match, PTO, and more
  • Salary: $85,000-$100,000

What You’ll Be Doing

  • Evaluate and optimize manufacturing machinery and systems
  • Lead root cause analysis and equipment troubleshooting
  • Design improvements and lead capital investment initiatives
  • Collaborate with internal staff and external vendors to modernize production
  • Mentor a loyal maintenance team and shape a new culture of continuous improvement

About You

  • Be able to do the job as described
  • Thrive in a hands-on role with both strategic and technical responsibilities
  • Comfortable coaching long-tenured staff and shifting legacy mindsets
  • Able to design or reconfigure custom machinery with equipment partners
  • Strong skills in root cause analysis, lean practices, and PLC troubleshooting
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