Technical Engineer
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Location :
United States, Fountain Inn, South Carolina
Job skills Engineering and Project Management
Type Permanent
Job id 165976
Salary $ 90000 - $ 95000
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Job Title : Technical Engineer (Production – Stamping)
Location : Fountain, Inn SC
Industry : automotive manufacturing, metal stamping
Pay : $75-95k depending on experience
Shift : Mon-Fri 7a-4p with 1 hour lunch
Job Description :
The Technical Engineer – Production is responsible for supporting daily manufacturing operations, optimizing production processes, improving equipment performance, and ensuring product quality. This role works closely with production teams, maintenance, quality, and engineering to drive continuous improvement while maintaining compliance with environmental standards. Experience with stamping presses and tooling is essential.
Key Responsibilities
- Monitor and support daily production activities to ensure smooth, efficient operations
- Troubleshoot equipment, stamping press, and tooling issues in real time to minimize downtime
- Provide technical support for die performance, tooling wear, material flow, and press parameter optimization
- Develop and implement improvements to processes, tooling, dies, and equipment
- Maintain production documentation, work instructions, and technical standards
- Collaborate with operators and supervisors to resolve technical issues quickly and effectively
Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement
Analyze production data to identify inefficiencies and root causes of issuesLead CI initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologiesSupport cost reduction efforts through process refinement, cycle-time reductions, and waste eliminationDrive standardization of processes across shifts and departmentsQuality & Technical Compliance
Ensure production processes meet all quality requirements and specificationsSupport investigations related to nonconformances, customer complaints, and internal defect trendsImplement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to prevent recurrenceCoordinate with Quality Engineering on testing, validation, and qualification activitiesEquipment, Tooling & Press Systems
Support preventive and predictive maintenance planning with Maintenance teamsIdentify and communicate equipment performance gaps or improvement needsAssist in installation, commissioning, and training for new equipment or stamping press systemsEnsure tooling and dies meet production requirements and support ongoing tooling improvementsMaintain basic compliance with core safety requirements such as PPE use and machine guarding, and report major hazards to EHS leadershipRequirements :
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field5–7 years of experience in an automotive manufacturing environment optimizing metal stamping processes, press maintenance and operation, dies, and tooling (setup, troubleshooting, optimization) requiredStrong problem-solving and analytical skills; root cause analysis experience requiredWorking knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar CI methodologiesFamiliarity with environmental regulations and manufacturing compliance practicesExcellent communication and teamwork skillsAbility to work in a fast-paced, hands-on production environmentMust be authorized to work in the United States, client is not able to offer sponsorship at this timeMust be able to pass a pre-employment drug test and background checkWe are an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by governing law.
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We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; age; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity; religion; national origin; disability; veteran status; genetic information; or any other criteria protected by governing law.