The Manufacturing Engineer II will support and improve production processes by designing, analyzing, and implementing manufacturing systems, tooling, and workflows. This role will lead moderate-scale projects, drive continuous improvement, and collaborate across departments to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality production. The Manufacturing Engineer II serves as an intermediate-level resource, demonstrating strong technical expertise while assuming ownership of more complex assignments and limited leadership responsibilities.

Job Category: Salary/Exempt

Department: Manufacturing Indirect

Reports to: Senior Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Hours: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m., with additional hours as needed.

Lead the development, evaluation, and improvement of manufacturing methods, processes, and tools to support business objectives.

· Serve as a technical resource for production teams, providing troubleshooting support and implementing corrective actions for process or quality issues.

· Participate in new product development (NPD) activities, including process definition, tool/gauge development, work instruction creation, and cost estimating.

· Support capital equipment projects, including specification, vendor engagement, installation, and validation.

· Contribute to lean manufacturing initiatives by applying tools such as 5S, standard work, and process mapping to improve efficiency and reduce waste.

· Conduct process capability studies, root cause analyses, and implement corrective/preventive actions.

· Recommend and implement improvements in line balancing, mixed model lines, workstation design, floor layouts, and ergonomics for safety and efficiency.

· Develop, implement, maintain, and improve current manufacturing processes, including equipment, documentation, training, gages, and tooling/fixtures, to optimize quality, productivity, and cost performance

· Collaborate with design engineering, supply chain, and quality to ensure manufacturability, cost effectiveness, and compliance with requirements.

· Participate in the development of production metrics such as OEE and contribute to reporting and analysis.

· Train operators and support staff on new processes, tools, and equipment.

· Strive to continuously improve by attending professional development initiatives, networking events, and training seminars

· Maintain knowledge of current and emerging manufacturing technologies and recommend adoption where appropriate.

· Identification of cost savings opportunities, hard and soft savings.

Education and Formal Training:

· BS Industrial, Manufacturing, or Mechanical Engineering required

· Project management experience required; certification (Lean, Six Sigma, PMP) preferred.

· 3-5 years of work experience in a manufacturing/assembly environment

· Experience with lean manufacturing, including standard work, workstation design, 5S & visual

management

· Working knowledge of industrial manufacturing processes

· Must have experience operating in a Quality Management System

· Demonstrated project management effectiveness in manufacturing environments

· Self-starting problem solver able to work under minimal supervision

· Must have strong organizational, analytical, and communication skills

· History of progressive responsibility preferred

· SAP ERP System knowledge is a Strong Plus (BOMs / Routers)

· Knowledge and previous experience with Pragmatic Automation and 3D Printing

· Knowledge of Cobot, FANUC, Laser, pneumatics, vision systems, and PLC programming is preferred

Working Conditions & Physical Demands:

· Working conditions are typical for a manufacturing environment.

· Must be able to work in a non-climate-controlled environment where ambient air temperature can exceed outside air.

· The use of safety PPE equipment, including but not limited to eye safety glasses, hearing protectors, steel-toe shoes, and hard hats. Loose-fitting clothes and jewelry are not permitted

· Regularly required to stand or sit and move about the facility. Ability to stand for 8 hours per day.

COMPETENCIES:

1. Drives for Results focuses and guides self in accomplishing work objectives.

2. Influence: interacts with others in a way that gives them confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization.

3. Stress Tolerance: maintains stable performance under pressure or opposition; handles stress in a manner that is acceptable to others and to the organization.

4. Technical/Professional Knowledge: possess, acquires, and maintains the technical expertise required to do the job effectively and to create effective solutions.

5. Execution: sets high standards of performance for self, assuming responsibility and accountability for successfully completing assignments or tasks; self-imposing standards of excellence rather than having standards imposed.

6. Teamwork: Ability to lead a team, work as a team member, and continually support other team members.

Candidates will be required to complete a background check and drug screen before beginning work.

Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D/V DRUG FREE WORKPLACE

Sonny's Enterprises is the world's largest manufacturer of conveyorized car wash equipment, parts, and supplies. We are the industry leader, recognized and awarded by the International Car Wash Association for innovating new technologies to advance the industry with products proudly designed and built in the USA. Our culture thrives on finding new and better ways to accelerate what’s next. We embrace change and the opportunity it produces to maximize the potential of our most valuable resource — our PEOPLE! We invite you to explore our opportunities and grow your career with us.

We offer 100% employer paid medical plan. Other optional benefit programs are available to our employees and their families which include: 401(k) match,

additional medical plans, dental, vision, flex spending account, short-term and long-term disability & life insurance coverage.

EEO Statement

Equal Opportunity Employer

Sonny’s is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive considerations for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, marital status, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, veteran status, and any other legally protected status under federal, state, or local anti-discrimination laws.

The pay range for this role is USD $84,315.00/yr - $113,883.00/yr. The actual salary offered is dependent on various factors including, but not limited to, location, the candidate’s combination of job-related knowledge, qualifications, skills, education, training, and experience.