Manufacturing Engineer Foundry Operations

Manufacturing Engineer - Foundry Operations 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Waterloo, IA 50701 Temporary, Contract Cube Hub Inc 3 reviews

Temporary, Contract Job Title:

Manufacturing Engineer II -

Foundry Operations Location:

Waterloo, IA (100% Onsite)

Contract Duration:

24 Months contract with

Possibility of Extension Shift Details:

2nd Shift (3:30 PM to Midnight) or 3rd Shift (10:30 PM to 7:00 AM)

Job Description:

Our client is seeking an operations-focused Foundry Manufacturing Engineer to coordinate and execute engineering projects across a heavy industrial foundry division in Waterloo, IA. This is a dynamic, hands-on opportunity where you will spend approximately 75% of your time directly on the factory floor, collaborating with cross-functional teams, supervisors, and operators to optimize process efficiency. If you are a process-driven engineer who thrives in an active manufacturing environment and loves driving projects to completion, this 24-month project is the perfect platform for your skills.

Required Skills:

Coordinate and execute engineering projects aimed at continuous improvement throughout the foundry floor. Support high-impact production sectors by responding directly to tactical line issues and bottlenecks. Spend roughly 75% of your shift active on the shop floor troubleshooting equipment, workflows, and process parameters. Utilize specialized software architectures to map out production data, manage project goals, and coordinate cross-functional shift transitions. Safely operate indoor industrial utility vehicles to transport tools, computer terminals, or components between connected facility office sectors.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or an equivalent level of technical field experience. 1+ years of foundry or heavy process engineering experience is highly preferred.

Recent Graduates:

Must possess at least one completed technical internship within a manufacturing environment . Proficient operational skills with the Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) for documenting data trends.

Excellent physical endurance:

Comfort standing/walking for 75% of an 8-hour shift and lifting up to 30 lbs.

Safety Gear Requirement:

Must provide and wear your own metatarsal safety boots starting on Day 1.

Preferred Technical Pluses:

Experience or exposure to SAP, MES, Creo, AutoCAD , Robotics Programming ( FANUC ), or Controls Engineering.

Benefits Included:

401k, Health, Dental, Vision Insurance, and Referral Program.

Background Check & Security Screening:

Yes JM-R2 #

IND2 ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS

Please answer the following questions to be considered for the role: Are you a US Citizen or Green Card Holder? If you are on a visa, please mention your specific Visa Status. (

Note:

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position). Are you ready for a background check and drug screen in accordance with local laws and regulations? Please confirm your primary email address and contact number. Our payroll is "Bi-Weekly" (every other Friday). Are you comfortable with this policy? What is your expected hourly pay range? Are you available and willing to work 2nd Shift (3:30 PM - Midnight) or 3rd Shift (10:30 PM - 7:00 AM) ? Are you currently located in or around the state of Iowa? If relocating, please confirm your availability timeline. What is a good time for a recruiter to contact you? How many years of foundry or process engineering experience do you have? How many years of SAP or Creo experience do you have? How many years of robotics programming experience do you have?

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Referral program Vision insurance Application Question(s): Are you willing and able to wear required metatarsal safety boots starting on your first day of work? Are you comfortable working 100% onsite in a heavy industrial foundry environment, including standing/walking for up to 75% of your shift?

Education:

Bachelor's (Required) Shift availability: Night Shift (Required)

Work Location:

In person