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Manufacturing Engineer ACE Equipment Company Location:

Antigo, WI Job Type:

Full-time About the Position ACE Equipment Company is seeking a hands-on Manufacturing Engineer to improve how we build stationary and transfer compactors. This position works directly with engineering, welders, fabricators, and assembly teams to make production safer, more efficient, and more consistent. The ideal candidate is comfortable on the shop floor, understands steel fabrication and welding, and can turn engineering drawings into clear, practical manufacturing instructions. Responsibilities Develop and improve manufacturing processes for fabrication, welding, and assembly. Create simple work instructions, build sequences, and production documentation. Review drawings and bills of materials for accuracy and ease of manufacturing. Design or improve fixtures, jigs, and tooling to reduce setup time and improve consistency. Work with production employees to resolve fit-up, welding, assembly, and quality issues. Identify ways to reduce production time, material waste, rework, and manufacturing costs. Help standardize parts and processes across compactor models. Support new product introductions and communicate engineering changes to the shop. Evaluate equipment needs, production layouts, and workflow. Coordinate with engineering, purchasing, and production to address material and component issues. Support safe work practices and consistent quality standards. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field; equivalent practical experience will be considered. Experience in a manufacturing environment, preferably involving heavy equipment, welded steel products, or industrial machinery. Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, weld symbols, tolerances, and bills of materials. Working knowledge of steel fabrication, welding, machining, and mechanical assembly. Experience with CAD software such as Autodesk Inventor or SolidWorks. Strong problem-solving, organization, and communication skills. Ability to work directly with shop employees and develop practical solutions. Preferred Experience Hydraulic systems and industrial equipment. Fixture and tooling design. Lean manufacturing and continuous improvement. ERP systems, production routings, and bills of materials. Design for manufacturing and assembly.

Pay:

$65,000.00 - $89,400.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Health insurance Paid time off Relocation assistance Retirement plan

Work Location:

In person