job summary: Manufacturing Engineer for immediate direct hire opportunity in North Andover, MA area. This is direct hire opportunity with an industry-leading company that offers competitive pay and benefits. We are looking for an experienced manufacturing engineer skilled in improving machine performance, minimizing waste, and driving process efficiency. The priority of this role is to increase machine uptime and efficiency through process optimization and equipment improvements with a continuous improvement mindset. The ideal person will thrive leading root cause analysis, product development, process validation and implement sustainable corrective action plans. If you have a BS degree in engineering, 3+ years related experience and a passion for lean manufacturing and continuous improvement, APPLY NOW for immediate consideration!! Benefits: 401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offRetirement plan location: NORTH ANDOVER, Massachusetts job type: Permanent salary: $85,000 - 95,000 per year work hours: 8am to 4pm education: High School responsibilities: Collaborate with manufacturing team, operators and quality to troubleshoot production issuesLead root cause and implement sustainable corrective action plansSupport preventative maintenance strategiesIncrease machine uptime and efficiency through process optimizationLead product development and process validation Qualifications: BS degree in engineering, 3+ years related experience within a manufacturing machine environmentProven experience with lean manufacturing, continuous improvement coupled with mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skillsAbility to work in harmony with cross-function teams in a fast-paced production environmentMust have exceptional communication skills with a positive 'can-do' attitudeFamiliarity with PLCs, web handling machinery is a huge plus! #LI-LF1 qualifications: Experience level: ExperiencedMinimum 3 years of experienceEducation: High School (required) skills: MaintenancePLCManufacturingContinuous Improvement Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.