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Manufacturing Engineer

Nature's Way
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Green Bay
Oct 13, 2025

Manufacturing Engineer

Welcome to a better way, an authentic way.Welcome to Nature's Way.

We believe that nature is the best way to holistic health, and it should be available to everyone.

When we help people live healthy lives, we build a happier, healthier world for everyone.

How we go about our work drives TRUST in who we are, what we do, and the products we produce.

Our customers trust:

  • Our products to be the gold standard
  • Our words to be true
  • Our claims to be honest,
  • Our actions to have integrity.

And we've been leading the way since 1969.

Be a part of helping people live healthy lives as our new Manufacturing Engineer.

SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Engineer will identify operational and process improvement opportunities; manage all phases of capital projects from conception to completion; work with operations and departments across the organization to identify and support continuous improvement projects using data analysis and input from Associates; and identify and develop automation and technological processes and systems to support operations. This is a hands-on position.

Projects will be implemented using solid project management processes to meet schedule, cost, and customer satisfaction deliverables. Engineering/reengineering activities will be characterized by accuracy, durability, efficiency and regulatory compliance. (FDA, OSHA, regulatory requirements related to the nutraceutical industry, etc.). Propose, design, implement, and validate process improvements throughout the facility.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

  • Perform process and system evaluation of production and production support processes. Identify, define, and lead continuous improvement projects to improve overall efficiencies and reduce downtime and waste.
  • Actively participate in Continuous Improvement Initiatives by leading and supporting projects using Lean and Six Sigma principles.
  • Responsibility to manage capital projects; including project definition, scope, cost & ROI analysis, scheduling, layout, construction/installation supervision, punch list, and controlling and reporting activities.
  • Working knowledge of PLC, automation, drives, etc. to support existing production equipment and systems.
  • Participate in selecting, approving, and developing equipment and assemblies to satisfy production, distribution, and facility requirements.
  • Design and develop new concepts, devices, and components to improve efficiencies within the facility.
  • Develop relationships with outside contractors, equipment suppliers, machine and fabrication shops, etc. to outsource design and fabrication work using minimal internal resources.
  • Review equipment and facility layouts, analyze space utilization to reorganize work flow, restructure job duties, maximize operating efficiencies, and address ergonomic issues.
  • Performs other duties and special projects as assigned

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Direct - None

Indirect - Project Team Members

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing, Industrial, Mechanical or other related engineering discipline; and three to five years related experience is preferred. Equivalent combination of education and experience will be considered.

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

  • Education and experience with Lean/Six Sigma methodologies is strongly preferred.
  • Direct project management experience with capital projects as they relate to new equipment, systems, and processes from project conception through completion is required.
  • Working knowledge of PLC basic programming, drives, and controls is required.
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Project is preferred.
  • Working knowledge of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar computer design program is required.
  • Knowledge of DCS (Digital control systems), OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), computer programming, and integration of PLC's into server systems for the purpose of data acquisition or data transfer is a plus.
  • Working knowledge of computer programming such as Visual Basic or flowcharting is a plus.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

The ability to read, analyze, and interpret scientific and technical prints, communicate ideas, concepts and plans to individuals at all levels of the organizations is a must. Will have the ability to communicate clearly, precisely and comfortably in meetings, training sessions, small groups, and in one-on-one discussions to present concepts, ideas, and share knowledge.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

Ability to apply advanced mathematical concepts such as exponents, logarithms, quadratic equations, and permutations. Ability to apply mathematical operations to such tasks as frequency distribution, determination of test reliability and validity, analysis of variance, correlation techniques, sampling theory, and factor analysis.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems. Ability to deal with nonverbal symbolism (formulas, scientific equations, graphs, musical notes, etc.,) in its most difficult phases. Ability to deal with a variety of abstract and concrete variables.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an Associate to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and taste or smell. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an Associate encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and toxic or caustic chemicals. The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, moving mechanical parts, risk of electrical shock, and explosives.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

As a Nature's Way employee, you'll enjoy a wide variety of benefits that offer the support you need to truly live what you believe.

All benefits are effective on day 1 of employment.

Medical Option to select either a PPO plan or one of 2 high - deductible medical plans that includes a company contribution to your personal health savings bank account.

Dental Delta Dental PPO & an option to select an enhanced dental plan.

Vision Routine preventative coverage under medical plan and an option to elect additional voluntary coverage

Time Off All employees receive 11 holidays off per year, as well as paid time off that starts at a minimum of two weeks per year.

401K Plan Company match of up to 4% as long as employees contribute a minimum of 6% to the account. An additional profit-sharing contribution is also made to employee accounts if the company meets its annual targets.

You'll also enjoy a variety of other benefits that support your long-term health and wellness:

  • Company provided short-term & long-term disability
  • Life and AD&D insurance
  • Flexible spending accounts
  • Voluntary critical illness & accident coverage
  • New parent phase-in program & paternity leave
  • Educational assistance reimbursement
  • Product discounts & a wellness program

Start Helping People live Healthy lives today!

Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)

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