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FORTNA partners with the world's leading brands to transform omnichannel and parcel distribution operations. Known world-wide for enabling companies to keep pace with digital disruption and growth objectives, we design and deliver solutions, powered by intelligent software, to optimize fast, accurate and cost-effective order fulfillment and last mile delivery. Our people, innovative approach and proprietary algorithms and tools ensure optimal operations design and material and information flow. We deliver exceptional value every day to our customers with comprehensive services and products including network strategy, distribution center operational design and implementation, material handling automated equipment, robotics and a comprehensive suite of lifecycle services.

At FORTNA, we believe in fostering a workplace that isn't just a job but a movement – a collective effort to redefine success and transform challenges into opportunities. "Join the Movement" encapsulates our commitment to a workplace culture that thrives on collaboration, celebrates diversity, and empowers every individual to contribute to something greater than themselves. Our Team. Our Passion. Our Approach.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Manufacturing Engineer to lead the development, optimization, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes. This role requires a strategic thinker with a hands-on approach who can collaborate with product engineering, operations, and quality to deliver world-class manufacturing solutions. The ideal candidate will bring technical expertise in fabrication equipment and processes (press brakes, laser cutting, welding), lean manufacturing knowledge, and leadership in driving productivity and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities :

• Design, implement, and optimize manufacturing processes to improve productivity, quality, and cost efficiency.
• Be a business partner with operations leader and oversee implementation of shop floor improvement projects and document progress.
• Lead cross-functional projects to introduce new products and processes into manufacturing (NPI / NPD).
• Analyze workflow, space requirements, and equipment layout to establish lean manufacturing systems.
• Evaluate and implement new equipment, tooling, and technologies to enhance manufacturing capabilities.
• Develop and maintain detailed work instructions, process documentation, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Support root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues using tools like 8D, FMEA, and Six Sigma.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using lean manufacturing tools (Kaizen, 5S, value stream mapping).
• Provide technical leadership and mentoring to junior engineers and production teams.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, regulatory requirements, and company policies.
• Monitor and report on manufacturing performance metrics (OEE, yield, cycle time, scrap rate).

Qualifications :

Preferred Qualifications :

The base salary range for this role is $87,600 to $131,300. This base salary range represents the low and high end of the base salary range for this position. Actual base salary offered will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, level, job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and performance.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work expected of a person assigned to this position. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and / or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. Employees may be required to perform any other job-related duties as requested by their supervisor.

It is the policy of FORTNA and its affiliated companies to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and / or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, FORTNA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Job function

Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage, Automation Machinery Manufacturing, and Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing

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