Manufacturing Engineer (Columbus)

Manufacturing Engineer

Columbus, OH

Permanent

Company Overview

I am working with a growing automation manufacturing company in the Columbus, OH area focused on producing high-quality products in a safety-first, team-oriented environment. They a offer stable work, opportunities to learn new skills, and career growth for motivated employees.

Position Summary

The Manufacturing Associate supports daily production by operating equipment, assembling and inspecting products, and ensuring work is performed safely, accurately, and efficiently. This role follows standard work instructions, quality requirements, and lean manufacturing practices to meet production goals.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Operate production equipment and tools according to standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Assemble products / components, package finished goods, and label per specifications
• Perform quality checks (visual inspection, measurements, defect identification) and document results
• Load / unload materials, stage work-in-process (WIP), and maintain line flow
• Follow safety rules, wear required PPE, and report hazards or near-misses immediately
• Maintain a clean, organized workstation (5S)
• Accurately complete production paperwork, scans, and / or basic data entry
• Support changeovers, basic troubleshooting, and minor preventative maintenance as trained
• Work collaboratively with team leads, maintenance, and quality to resolve issues
• Meet productivity, quality, and attendance standards

Qualifications (Required)

Preferred Qualifications (Nice to Have)

Work Environment