ABOUT US

At Lakeland Monroe Group, we are a trusted supplier of decorative, precision, and functional plastic components for the automotive industry. Backed by over 30 years of combined experience, we’re known for solving complex manufacturing challenges and consistently exceeding customer expectations.
It’s an exciting time to be part of our journey—we’re growing fast. With new customers, expanded facilities, and cutting-edge technologies, we’re investing in our future and building a strong, collaborative team to help drive it forward.

WHY JOIN LAKELAND MONROE GROUP?

We believe the best ideas come from diverse teams where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued. Our culture is built on teamwork, inclusion, and continuous improvement. Whether you’re an experienced professional or ready to take the next step in your career, you’ll have the opportunity to make a real impact here.
To achieve our vision of a world class corporation, we are seeking team members to join us who are passionate about continuously fostering teamwork and increasing productivity and standardization.
Join us, and help shape the future of manufacturing—while growing your own.

JOB SUMMARY:

The Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for implementing and optimizing manufacturing processes to improve productivity, efficiency, and quality. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including design engineering, production, and quality assurance, to ensure seamless integration of manufacturing processes. Your expertise will be instrumental in identifying opportunities for process improvement, reducing cycle times, minimizing waste, and enhancing overall operational performance.
This role is located in a manufacturing facility specializing in automotive decorative interior trim. The ideal candidate will work closely with robotic paint systems using Fanuc robots to deliver high-quality Class A finishes. Expertise in robotics, paint line process control, and defect reduction strategies is critical for success in this role.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Manufacturing Engineer in a similar role, preferably in a manufacturing or production environment.
• 3-7 years of relevant experience in manufacturing engineering or a related field.
• Experience using CAD or CAM software preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Prolonged periods of standing and/or walking during an 8 hours shift.
• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.
• The employee frequently is required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.
• The employee is occasionally required to walk and talk or hear.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Optimize Fanuc robots for precise application of paint to decorative interior trim components.
• Monitor paint booth performance, including atomizer settings, paint flow, and transfer efficiency.
• Support troubleshooting and maintenance of robotic paint cells to minimize downtime.
• Work with quality and maintenance teams to reduce surface defects and maintain consistent Class A finishes.
• Assist with line balancing, part presentation, and paint masking techniques to optimize robotic pathing.
• Develop and maintain process documentation for robotic paint operations, including SOPs and safety protocols.
• Participate in root cause analysis for paint-related defects (e.g., sags, dirt, mottling, orange peel).
• Optimize and maintain flame treatment equipment to ensure consistent surface activation for paint adhesion.
• Support Assembly Cell (ASM) programming, station optimization and ergonomic layout, and tip selection to improve cycle time and reduce manual intervention.
• Develop preventive maintenance routines for flame treatment and assembly cells to ensure process stability and uptime.
• Troubleshoot issues related to flame adhesion, surface preparation, and assembly-related quality or ergonomic issues.
• Evaluate, and improve manufacturing processes to enhance productivity, efficiency, and quality.
• Conduct time studies to analyze production times and optimize work processes.