Manufacturing Engineer

Job Description

About the Team: The Manufacturing Engineering team supports the Axle Drive Unit product lines by planning and coordinating engineering activities that ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality production. This team of three engineers partners closely with operations to reduce non‑productive downtime, meet customer volume and quality targets, and support supervisors during the installation and launch of new or modified assembly equipment. The role supports one or multiple of the plant’s seven assembly lines and focuses on implementing process improvements that ensure correct assembly, sustain planned productivity levels, and achieve operational and quality goals.

What you can look forward to as a Manufacturing Engineer: 

• Plans and implements effective procedures and policies utilizing TS16949 & other quality procedures to ensure that all axle drive assembly equipment is in acceptable working conditions.
• Supports supervisor in coordination of vendors and contractors for the installation of new equipment, components or processes, and evaluates performance according to specifications and quality standards.
• Assists in cost center budget planning as it pertains to manufacturing expenses and capital equipment investment. Provides technical information required for justification of expenses and investments.
• Active member in continuous development of assembly equipment and processes, utilizing PFMEA and employment of new technologies while supporting quality and business objectives.
• Provides technical clarification & troubleshoots problems that impact assembly safety and productivity.
• Reduces costs and non-value added activities using principles of ZFPS, VA/VE or related lean principles.
• Support in planning and execution of assembly cost reduction efforts and problem solving activities.
• Provides analysis of efficiency levels and facilitates introduction of new designs/methods to support continuous improvement in OEE.

Your profile as a Manufacturing Engineer:

• BS in Engineering and 1 – 4+ years of experience (internship/co-op included).
• English language competency. 
• Strong computer skills.
• Good written and verbal communication skills. 
• Must be authorized to work in the United States now and in the future without the need for sponsorship.

Why you should choose ZF in Gainesville, GA:

• Annual Incentive Plan
• Paid Time Off
• 401k Plan
• Health Care Benefits
• Paid Holidays
• A supportive, collaborative team environment
• A strong diversity culture
• Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities

Additional Information

ZF does not offer visa sponsorship for this role (e.g., H-1B, TN), and candidates must be authorized to work in the U.S. without requiring sponsorship by ZF now or in the future. This role also does not include any immigration-related support, including—but not limited to—being listed on government forms, providing documentation for work authorization, coordinating with universities, or participating in training plans or other procedures related to visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, F-1 OPT/CPT, J-1, O-1, L-1, E-3, and any other status requiring employer sponsorship or immigration-related support). IF YOU REQUIRE ANY FORM OF VISA SPONSORSHIP OR ANY IMMIGRATION SUPPORT NOW OR IN THE FUTURE, PLEASE DO NOT APPLY.