WHY WORK FOR J-STAR?

J-Star is a first shift, customer and employee focused, OEM manufacturer of linear actuators and lifting columns located in a beautiful new facility built in 2023. Due to our high standards, our products quickly became globally respected for use in medical and home care equipment. With an annual production capacity of 600,000 actuators - lifting columns and 200,000 control boxes, we have become a leading supplier for companies around the world.
Start Date: October 1, 2025
Hours: 6:00am – 3:30pm
Training: Will work with the current engineers

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineer is primarily responsible for the Routings for every process at J-Star Motion. Additionally, this role will help establish robust processes with the other Manufacturing Engineers. Responsibilities could also include working in 3D CAD (using SolidWorks/Creo) programming of equipment, continuous improvement activities, and other related work.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:

1. Bachelor’s degree in engineering required.
2. Minimum of 2 years’ experience in manufacturing engineering preferred.

OTHER KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

1. Knowledge of SAP preferred (proficiency in some ERP system required)
2. Must be able to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
3. Must have knowledge of computers, machining, and assembly practices.
4. Ability to communicate verbally and in writing and make presentations.
5. Ability to work with vendors, customers, and employees
6. Ability to lift 50+ lbs.
7. Must excel at working in a team environment.
8. General understanding of CAD and CAM software.

ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

This job description does not list all duties of the job. Employees may be asked by management to perform other duties as needed. The Company reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and does not infringe upon the Company’s at will employment status.

1. Establish and maintain routings in SAP for new and existing products.
2. Conduct regular time studies to ensure accuracy of the routings.
3. Partner with Manufacturing Supervisors to understand the actual flow of material and information.
4. Partner with the Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement Engineers to identify and correct areas that are performing less than optimally.
5. Identify opportunities or implement changes to improve products or reduce costs using knowledge of routings, fabrication processes, tooling and production equipment, assembly methods, quality control standards, product design, or materials.
6. Learning all aspects of the J-Star products and their flow through the supply chain and the facility.
7. Be able to answer questions regarding products and programs.
8. Ability to use 3D CAD (Using SolidWorks/Creo) as needed to perform responsibilities.
9. Create and maintain engineering data in the PLM system.
10. Designing and procuring tools/equipment.
11. Evaluating and solving production and engineering problems.
12. Willing to travel occasionally for training or field support.