Top 38 Manufacturing engineer Jobs in Smithville Tn

Extrusion Engineer & Production Manager (Sparta, Tennessee, US, 38583)
Patrick Industries, Inc —Sparta, TN
- ERP systems
- 3 years
- Analysis skills
8d
Manufacturing Engineer
Rebo Lighting & Electronics, LLC —Sparta, TN
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Assembly
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
Quick Apply
3d
Industrial Engineer
Royal HR at Hand, LLC —Smithville, TN
- $60,000 - $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Bachelor of Science
- Engineering
Quick Apply
Manufacturing Engineer
Victaulic —Rock Island, TN
- Full-time
- Bachelor of Science
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
12d
Production Engineer
Victaulic —Rock Island, TN
- Full-time
- Up to 50% travel
- Mid-level
- Children
Process Engineer
Dometic —Sparta, TN
- Microsoft Access
- Microsoft Outlook
- Bachelor of Science
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Product Engineer
TUTCO —Cookeville, TN
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
10d
Manufacturing Engineering Manager
Dometic —Sparta, TN
- Microsoft Outlook
- Engineering
- English
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Packaging Engineer
Autokiniton —Watertown, TN
- 6 years
- Engineering
- Analysis skills
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Mechanical Engineer
Dometic —Sparta, TN
- Microsoft Outlook
- Customer service
- Bachelor of Science
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Injection Molding & Tooling Engineer
Milwaukee Electric Tool Corporation —Cookeville, TN
- Full-time
- Microsoft Excel
- Mid-level
- High school diploma or GED
Weld Engineer
Autokiniton —Watertown, TN
- Full-time
- 5 years
- Mid-level
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Product Engineer
Flex Tek —Cookeville, TN
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Travel
- Health savings account
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
10d
Jr. Associate Applications Engineer
ATC Automation —Cookeville, TN
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Sr. Blister Packaging Engineer
APHENA PHARMA SOLUTIONS-TENNESSEE LLC —Cookeville, TN
- Weekends as needed
- 7 years
- Master's degree
- Mentoring
- Paid holidays
- Relocation assistance
Student Associates – Quality & Manufacturing Engineering (Part-Time)
Wilson Sporting Goods Co. —Sparta, TN
- $17 an hour
- Part-time
- Entry level
- Paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement
1d
Test Engineer
Dometic —Sparta, TN
- Microsoft Outlook
- Bachelor of Science
- English
- Paid parental leave
- Disability insurance
Quick Apply
Quality Engineer
AeroFlow Technologies —Cookeville, TN
- $65,000 - $75,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- 3 years
- Training & development
- Health insurance
- Vision insurance
Quick Apply
Concept and Quotation Engineer
ATC Automation —Cookeville, TN
- Full-time
- Remote
- 7 years
- Analysis skills
- Travel
- Health savings account
- Health insurance
Quick Apply
Injection Molding Sr. Process Engineer
Altium Healthcare —Sparta, TN
- Overtime
- Office
- 8 years
- Analysis skills
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Quick Apply

I want to receive the latest job alert for manufacturing engineer in smithville tn

By signing in to your account, you agree to SimplyHired's Terms of Service and consent to our Cookie and Privacy Policy.

Explore jobs in more locations

manufacturing engineer jobs near smithville tn

Extrusion Engineer & Production Manager (Sparta, Tennessee, US, 38583)

Patrick Industries, Inc -
Sparta, TN

Apply Now

Job Details

8 days ago

Qualifications

Performance monitoring
Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering
Polymers experience in materials engineering
Succession planning
Machine setup
Operational analysis
Performance improvement leadership
Engineering equipment malfunctions diagnostics
New product introduction engineering projects
Maintaining an organized workspace
Production data analysis
Defect resolution root cause analysis
Team supervision
Procedural guides
Tooling
Technical documentation
Coaching
Materials engineering experience within manufacturing
ERP systems
Mechanical Engineering
Technical writing experience within manufacturing
Engineering process optimization
Environmental compliance
Corrective and preventive actions (CAPA)
Metrics Reporting
Cost control
Talent development
Industrial equipment troubleshooting
Factory operations documentation
Leadership development

Full Job Description

Patrick Industries, a publicly traded company headquartered in Elkhart, Indiana, invites you to join a team of dedicated Team Members who are passionate about delivering high-quality products and exceptional customer service. As a leading solutions provider serving a diverse range of markets across the United States, our commitment to innovation, quality, and sustainability has positioned us as a high growth, diversified and empowered Team of more than 10,000! Your adventure awaits!

TACO Metals, empowered by Patrick Industries, is seeking an Extrusion Engineer & Production Manager. The Extrusion Engineer & Production Manager is responsible for supporting the technical, operational, and leadership functions of TACO Metals' Plastics Manufacturing Department. This role combines hands-on extrusion engineering expertise with manufacturing operations leadership to ensure efficient production, high product quality, continuous improvement, and workforce development. Working closely with department leadership, the position supports extrusion process optimization, new product launches, production management, employee development, capital planning, and operational excellence while preparing for increased leadership responsibilities within the organization.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Extrusion Engineering & Process Optimization

Develop, implement, optimize, and troubleshoot plastic extrusion processes to improve efficiency, quality, and throughput
Design, evaluate, and improve extrusion tooling, dies, and downstream equipment
Establish and maintain process parameters, operational standards, and manufacturing documentation
Evaluate raw materials, resins, and additives for performance, compatibility, and manufacturability
Support new product development activities, prototype trials, and production launches
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action efforts related to quality, process performance, and equipment reliability

Production Management & Manufacturing Operations

Support daily manufacturing operations across all shifts to meet customer requirements and production targets
Assist with production scheduling and monitor manufacturing performance metrics
Identify and implement opportunities to improve uptime, throughput, efficiency, and scrap reduction
Maintain manufacturing standards including BOMs, work instructions, operating procedures, and process documentation
Coordinate activities between Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Production, and Supply Chain teams
Ensure operational objectives are achieved while maintaining safety and quality expectations

Leadership & Workforce Development

Provide technical training, coaching, and mentorship to extrusion operators and production employees
Support employee development, succession planning, and knowledge transfer initiatives
Assist with workforce management activities and daily production team support
Foster a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and teamwork
Develop leadership capabilities to support future departmental management responsibilities
Promote employee engagement and effective communication throughout the manufacturing operation

Equipment Reliability & Maintenance Support

Partner with Maintenance to support preventive maintenance programs for extrusion equipment and related systems
Assist in troubleshooting equipment issues and developing corrective actions
Evaluate equipment performance and recommend improvements to increase reliability and productivity
Support equipment upgrades, installations, and operational readiness activities
Participate in capital planning and equipment replacement initiatives
Ensure manufacturing equipment operates safely and efficiently

Continuous Improvement & Operational Excellence

Identify and implement opportunities to improve productivity, quality, cost performance, and operational efficiency
Lead and participate in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives
Evaluate emerging extrusion technologies, materials, and manufacturing methods
Support waste reduction, process improvement, and cost-control programs
Monitor production metrics and recommend actions to improve business performance
Promote best practices throughout manufacturing operations

Safety, Quality & Compliance

Ensure compliance with company safety, quality, environmental, and regulatory requirements
Support quality management initiatives and corrective action activities
Maintain a safe, clean, and organized manufacturing environment
Promote safe work practices and employee compliance with established procedures
Participate in audits, inspections, and compliance-related activities
Support continuous improvement of safety and quality performance metrics

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor's degree in Plastics Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field preferred; equivalent hands-on extrusion experience may be considered
3+ years of experience in plastic extrusion, polymer processing, or related manufacturing environments
Strong knowledge of extrusion processes, tooling, dies, downstream equipment, line setup, troubleshooting, and process optimization
Experience evaluating polymer materials, resins, additives, and manufacturing processes
Experience supporting new product development, production launches, and manufacturing improvement initiatives
Leadership experience or demonstrated leadership potential preferred
Exposure to production scheduling, workforce supervision, and manufacturing operations management preferred
Familiarity with ERP systems, manufacturing documentation systems, and production reporting tools preferred
Experience with Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement methodologies, and operational excellence initiatives preferred
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Strong analytical, organizational, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to collaborate effectively with Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Production, and Supply Chain teams
Ability to work within a manufacturing environment and support plant-floor operations
Ability to travel up to 10% for training, supplier visits, equipment evaluations, and business-related activities
Align with Patrick Industries “BETTER Together” mentality by pursuing Balance, Excellence, Trust, Teamwork, Empowerment, and Respect within the organization

At Patrick Industries, BETTER Together is our commitment to being our best while striving to bring out the best in one another as we join forces Individually, as Teams, with our Business Units, with our Customers, our Communities and within our entire Patrick family.

Patrick is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Apply Now

Refine Your Search

manufacturing engineer jobs in smithville tn

Extrusion Engineer & Production Manager (Sparta, Tennessee, US, 38583)

Manufacturing Engineer

Industrial Engineer

Manufacturing Engineer

Production Engineer

Process Engineer

Product Engineer

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

Packaging Engineer

Mechanical Engineer

Injection Molding & Tooling Engineer

Weld Engineer

Product Engineer

Jr. Associate Applications Engineer

Sr. Blister Packaging Engineer

Student Associates – Quality & Manufacturing Engineering (Part-Time)

Test Engineer

Quality Engineer

Concept and Quotation Engineer

Injection Molding Sr. Process Engineer

I want to receive the latest job alert for manufacturing engineer in smithville tn

Explore jobs in more locations

Job Seeker Tools

Employer Tools

Browse

Stay Connected