Manufacturing/Production Engineer

Responsibilities
Summary: Kforce's client, a growing and established engineering technology company located in Orem, UT, is seeking a hands‑on Manufacturing/Production Engineer to support expanding production operations and drive continuous improvement initiatives. This role is 100% onsite. This is an excellent opportunity for an engineer who enjoys solving real‑world manufacturing challenges, collaborating across disciplines, and working directly on the production floor. The ideal candidate will play a key role in scaling production, improving manufacturing processes, supporting new product introductions, and troubleshooting issues across mechanical, electrical, and software‑related systems.

Support day‑to‑day manufacturing and production operations by identifying and resolving process, equipment, and design‑related issues

Partner closely with technicians and production personnel to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput

Collaborate with engineering teams on new product introduction (NPI) activities and design for manufacturability (DFM) initiatives

Develop, document, and optimize manufacturing processes, workflows, and production procedures

Design, specify, or implement production tooling, fixtures, jigs, and equipment improvements

Investigate and resolve quality‑related issues, including non‑conforming materials and returned products

Drive continuous improvement efforts focused on productivity, manufacturability, and operational excellence

Work cross‑functionally with manufacturing, electrical, software, quality, and engineering teams to troubleshoot complex production challenges

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline or equivalent work experience

3‑6+ years of experience in a manufacturing, production, or industrial engineering environment

Experience supporting production operations, manufacturing processes, and process improvement initiatives

Proficiency with CAD tools such as SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar design platforms

Strong hands‑on engineering capabilities with the ability to work directly on the production floor

Demonstrated troubleshooting and problem‑solving abilities in a manufacturing environment

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Preferred

Experience with electrical systems, electronics manufacturing, or PCBA environments

Exposure to automation, scripting, or programming languages such as Python, C/C++, or Linux‑based systems are a plus but not required

Background supporting New Product Introduction (NPI) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) initiatives

Experience working closely with engineering, quality, manufacturing, and production teams

Strong understanding of manufacturing workflows, production line support, and continuous improvement methodologies

Ability to quickly diagnose and resolve real‑time production issues in a fast‑paced environment

What Makes This Role Unique

Exposure to electrical systems and PCBA manufacturing

Automation‑focused mindset utilizing Python, C/C++, Linux, or similar technologies

Ability to collaborate effectively across manufacturing, engineering, quality, and production teams

Strong hands‑on troubleshooting skills with a passion for improving manufacturing performance

Benefits
We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Compensation
The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Equal Opportunity
Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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