Department:      Manufacturing Technology        

Reports to:        Director of Manufacturing Technology

Location:          Port Orchard, WA

Experience:       3 to 5 years

Job Type:         Full Time

Education:        Bachelor’s Degree or 3+ years of direct work experience

Travel:             Up to 10%

About Us

Tournesol Siteworks is the leading manufacturer of commercial pots, planters and the things that go with them. We provide designers with the tools to create amazing green spaces on projects like apartment buildings, hotels, hospitals, and airports. Contractors rely on us to deliver the highest quality products with superior customer service. Our vertically integrated manufacturing facilities are in Washington, Southern California and Ciudad Juarez, Mexico. If you are a team player with a positive attitude that cares deeply about your customers, you’ll fit right in at Tournesol!

About the Team

The Manufacturing Technology Group is currently seeking a Manufacturing Engineer with experience in a metal and wood manufacturing environment for our Port Orchard, WA manufacturing facility. The Manufacturing Technology Group works together with other departments to plan, direct and coordinate activities relating to quality, tooling, and engineering to ensure efficient manufacturing operations across the organization.

About the Role

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you will work directly with the Director of Manufacturing Technology, and with other operational departments, to identify and implement continuous improvement projects to maintain high levels of manufacturing product quality, reduce costs, and improve overall manufacturing efficiency.  You will be based in our Port Orchard, WA manufacturing facility. You’ll have a direct hand in accomplishing our #1 goal – a successful project in every way.

What You Will Do

• Evaluating existing manufacturing processes and identifying areas for improvement.
• Determining problem resolutions and implementing improvements.
• Developing detailed layouts for equipment, processes, and workflows.
• Researching and developing new processes, equipment, and products.
• Developing and implementing cost-saving measures and quality control systems.
• Ensuring manufacturing processes, equipment, and products comply with safety standards and legal regulations.
• Maintaining research and activity documentation and preparing reports.
• Work cross-functionally with department leaders to align processes, improve workflows, and drive operational excellence
• Support Lean manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement efforts

What You Will Need

• Proven track record of success as a Manufacturing Engineer (metal manufacturing preferred)
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing, LEAN SIX SIGMA green belt certification preferred
• Experience using CAD, CAM, data analysis programs, and related software. Solidworks and AutoCAD preferred.
• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail
• Experience evaluating and troubleshooting manufacturing processes and machinery.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and oral
• Enjoy being part of a team, but also feel comfortable working on your own and taking initiative

What We Offer

• Competitive salary
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Medical, dental, vision, disability and life insurance
• 401k with employer match
• Profit sharing

Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets. Pay within this range varies by work location and may also depend on tenure, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer.  Work will require individuals to enter plant areas where performance factors such as heat, noise, dust, lifting of materials, and working around equipment will be encountered.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Tournesol Siteworks provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or veteran status. In addition to federal law requirements, Tournesol Siteworks complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.