What are the responsibilities and job description for the Manufacturing Engineer position at Van-Am Tool & Engineering?
Join Our Team at Van-Am Defense Systems!
Van-Am Defense Systems, part of the Van-Am Family, is searching for a skilled Manufacturing Engineer to join our Waverly, IA location. This is a full-time, onsite role where you'll have the opportunity to shape innovative manufacturing processes, tackle real-world challenges, and be part of impactful projects in a forward-thinking environment.
Why work with us?
As a Manufacturing Engineer, your expertise will directly contribute to our operational success by improving efficiency, maintaining quality, and driving innovation. We offer a supportive workplace culture centered on integrity, collaboration, and professional growth. Our competitive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, life insurance, health savings and flexible spending accounts, paid time off, and a competitive salary.
About Van-Am
Van-Am Tool & Engineering, founded in 1981, has become a leading provider of tooling, stamping, machining, and fabrication services across the Midwest. In 2024, we expanded with Van-Am Defense Systems in Waverly, IA, strengthening our ability to serve a variety of industries with high-quality solutions.
Your Role as a Manufacturing Engineer
As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will evaluate and improve manufacturing processes to ensure high standards of quality and efficiency. You will design and test automated and manual systems, develop workflows, optimize facility layouts, and integrate systems to enhance production performance. Additionally, you will ensure compliance with safety and environmental standards, resolve production challenges, train employees, and work closely with suppliers and stakeholders. This role also involves managing projects to meet objectives, budgets, and timelines.
What We Are Looking For
The ideal candidate will have a degree in engineering, with a post-graduate degree preferred. Experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or in a similar role is essential, along with familiarity with manufacturing equipment, quality assurance techniques, and fabrication methods. A strong understanding of engineering principles, tool design, and manufacturing processes is required, as is proficiency in CAD and MS Office software. Project management skills, problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to safety and environmental compliance are vital. You should be a collaborative team player with the flexibility to occasionally work late shifts. Experience with MRP systems and work order creation is an added advantage.
Are You Ready to Join Our Team?
If you are a motivated professional seeking to advance your career in a supportive, innovative environment, we encourage you to apply and join the Van-Am Defense Systems team in shaping the future of manufacturing.
Van-Am Defense Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
As part of the hiring process at Van-Am Defense Systems, all candidates are required to undergo a pre-employment drug test. Testing occurs after the job offer, and the results are confidential. A positive result may affect the offer of employment. Van-Am complies with all applicable laws: Federal, State and DOT regulations (if applicable).
