Plant Manufacturing Engineer

ASSA ABLOY Opening Solutions

Plant Manufacturing Engineer supporting automation equipment runoff and transfer to operational ownership at ASSA ABLOY Fenestration. Ensuring production efficiency and continuous improvement in manufacturing processes.

Posted 6/6/2026full-timeWilliamsport • Maryland • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Assembly

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Investigates improvement potential in design, manufacturing and assembly of components or products
Recommends and implements changes to improve performance (i.e. machine throughput, quality levels, delivery lead times, line takt time, etc.)
Specifies and coordinates the development and fabrication of tooling, equipment, etc. to support continuous improvement initiatives
Expedites design, system, and component delivery to meet project requirements
Identifies and reports deviations from specifications, timing issues, and difficulties with meeting performance objectives
Produces accurate documentation, operating procedures, and provides operator training for production tooling and equipment
Conducts pre-installation site assessments and manages equipment utility installations
Engages and provides constructive input during all design phases of automation and manufacturing equipment
Heavily involved in commissioning of automation and manufacturing equipment, including debug, root cause analysis, problem solving and implementing sound solutions
Reviews and understands detailed specifications and plans
Prepares detailed designs according to specifications
Produces project supportive documentation, i.e. drawings, schematics, layouts, etc. which comply with drawing procedures and other engineering controls
Works closely with manufacturing staff and product engineering
Generates project justification documentation
Produces and manages project timelines, schedules, etc.
Supports maintenance with information regarding installation, troubleshooting, and adjustments
Calculates performance, outputs, limits, energy usage, etc.
Always conscious of safety in all activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of 3 years’ experience successfully implementing automated equipment and continuous improvement projects within a hands-on manufacturing environment
Demonstrated ability and “hands-on” experience with troubleshooting automated assembly systems
Knowledge of implementing pneumatic, hydraulic, motorized, and/or robotic systems for the use of in-house automated manufacturing and assembly systems
Effective communication skills including technical writing
Sound mechanical/manufacturing design capability (GD&T, CTF, CTP, DFM, etc.)
Strong problem-solving capabilities using root cause analysis, etc.
Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and SPC ideologies
Knowledge of metal working, forming, stamping, etc. a plus
Understanding the implementation of control systems, i.e. PLC’s, Servos, etc., in automation systems a plus
Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing Engineering or related technical discipline
Green and/or Black Belt certified in Six Sigma/Lean Manufacturing a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

5-10% travel to other facilities

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Hard Skills & Tools

automated equipmentcontinuous improvementtroubleshootingpneumatic systemshydraulic systemsmotorized systemsrobotic systemsmechanical designroot cause analysisLean Manufacturing

Soft Skills

effective communicationtechnical writingproblem-solving

Certifications

Bachelor of Science in Manufacturing EngineeringGreen Belt in Six SigmaBlack Belt in Six Sigma