Industrial Manufacturing Engineer Technician

About Commercial Sewing

Commercial Sewing has been a trusted manufacturing partner to the marine and powersports industries since 1967. Headquartered in Torrington, Connecticut, we design and manufacture high-quality custom sewn products for leading Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) throughout North America. Our products are found on boats, personal watercraft, motorcycles, ATVs, UTVs, and other recreational vehicles where durability, performance, and quality matter most.

As an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer, we are committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and delivering exceptional value to our customers. Our engineering, product development, and manufacturing teams work collaboratively to solve challenges, develop new products, and maintain the high standards that have made Commercial Sewing an industry leader for nearly six decades.

At Commercial Sewing, we believe our people are our greatest asset. We foster a culture built on teamwork, respect, accountability, and professional growth. Whether you are just starting your career or bringing years of experience, you'll have the opportunity to make meaningful contributions while working alongside a dedicated team committed to excellence. We take pride in creating a stable, supportive workplace where employees can build long-term careers and help shape the future of our organization.

Benefits & Perks

Benefits of Joining Commercial Sewing

We value the contributions of our employees and offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports their health, financial well-being, and work-life balance, including:

• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Supplemental Insurance Options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick, and Personal Time)
• Paid Holidays
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Professional Development and Training Opportunities
• Career Growth Opportunities within a Stable, Growing Organization

· Collect and analyze production data to measure performance improvements

· Prepare reports on process capability, efficiency, and quality trends

Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Work with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and R&D on process improvements

· Support capital equipment evaluations and justification

· Participate in root cause analysis and corrective action implementation

Qualifications

Position Summary

Hands-on manufacturing engineering role focused on improving production processes, supporting new product launches, and driving continuous improvement across a multi-SKU, semi-custom production environment.

This role bridges engineering and operations—owning implementation, troubleshooting, and optimization of manufacturing systems to improve throughput, quality, and cost.

Key Responsibilities

Process Improvement & Optimization

· Analyze production processes to identify bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and variability

· Implement improvements to increase throughput, yield, and cost efficiency

· Conduct time studies, workflow analysis, and line balancing

· Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma)

Manufacturing Execution & Support

· Support day-to-day production by troubleshooting equipment and process issues

· Monitor process performance and implement corrective actions

· Maintain safe, reliable, and repeatable manufacturing systems

· Collaborate with operations and quality to resolve production issues

New Product Introduction (NPI)

· Support transition of new products from design into production

· Assist in defining manufacturing processes, work instructions, and tooling

· Partner with engineering and quality to ensure successful product launches

Tooling, Fixtures & CAD

· Assist in design and fabrication of tooling, fixtures, and jigs

· Use CAD to create and update drawings and layouts

· Support development of efficient plant layouts and workflows

Documentation & Data Analysis

· Create and maintain technical process documentation, SOPs, and work instructions

Qualifications

Required

· Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience

· 5+ years of hands-on manufacturing / process engineering experience

· Experience in production environments (preferably high-mix / configurable products)

· Strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills

Preferred

· Experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, or Six Sigma

· Six Sigma Green Belt (Black Belt a plus)

· CAD proficiency (SolidWorks or similar)

· Experience with tooling, fixtures, or sewn/assembly-based manufacturing

· Experience with problem analysis and resolution

· Demonstrated ability to achieve results independently or working with others

· Requires good leadership skills and communication skills

· Ability to recommend and implement improvements

Equipment Used

Computer, telephone, smartphone, Microsoft office, Excel

Note

1) The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the classification. They reflect the essential elements and general responsibilities of the position, but are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

2) The performance of all essential functions listed is subject to reasonable accommodation in accordance with the American Disabilities Act.