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Project Manufacturing Engineer

Rehlko · Sheboygan, WI · $83,300–$105,200 a year · Full time

Posted Sep 1, 2026 · We last checked this listing on Oct 5, 2026

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Written from this job description, not a generic list. Each one notes what the interviewer is really checking.

About your past

Tell me about a manufacturing project you led from start to finish. What was the result?

What they are checking: Whether they have owned projects that delivered measurable gains in cost, quality or throughput.

Tell me about a time you worked with design engineering to make a part easier to build.

What they are checking: Whether they influence design early so products are easier and cheaper to make.

How do you manage several projects at once with limited time on the floor?

What they are checking: Whether they prioritize well and keep projects moving without neglecting daily support.

What would you do

A new fixture you designed is slowing operators down. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they listen to operators and fix the design rather than blaming people for not adapting.

A project is over budget halfway through. What do you do?

What they are checking: Whether they raise the issue early and find options rather than hiding the overrun.

About the work

How do you plan the launch of a new product onto an assembly line?

What they are checking: Whether they think through tooling, work instructions, training and trial builds ahead of launch.

How have you used lean tools, like value stream mapping or line balancing, to improve a process?

What they are checking: Whether they apply lean to real problems and can show the results.

How do you justify a capital equipment purchase?

What they are checking: Whether they can build a business case with payback, risk and alternatives.

How do you build safety and ergonomics into a new workstation, especially for heavy engine or generator parts?

What they are checking: Whether they design to protect workers from lifting and pinch hazards from the start.

Which CAD tools have you used for fixtures and layouts?

What they are checking: Whether they can design tooling and plant layouts themselves rather than relying on others.

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The full job description

As published by Rehlko.

Why Work at Rehlko Our work is guided by our purpose: creating an energy-resilient world for a better future. This purpose embodies the legacy we bring, with more than 100 years as the global leader in energy resilience, delivering solutions critical to sustain and improve life. Our teams have the opportunity to provide a critical resource – energy – that ensures safety, security, and independence for people around the world. Our team members are focused on pushing boundaries, continuing to innovate in an ever-changing landscape, and keeping up with the pace required to create solutions for today’s world demands. Our product range includes engines, generators, power conversion, UPS systems, EV components and electrification solutions, microgrid controls and management, and clean energy solutions that serve a broad spectrum of OEM, residential, industrial, and commercial customers. At Rehlko, you have the freedom to identify, create, and deliver solutions – large and small – that help people and communities thrive in the moments that matter. At Rehlko, our team members are the essential energy that powers our organization’s success. We are committed to fostering a safe and sustainable work environment where safety is everyone’s responsibility. We empower every team member to actively participate in our Zero Is Possible safety culture by encouraging open communication, proactively reporting hazards, following protocols, and suggesting improvements. Join us in creating an energy resilient world for a better future! What We Offer At Rehlko, our Total Rewards programs are designed to accelerate growth, energize performance, and support a culture of inclusion at every stage of life and work. We offer total rewards that are easily understood, recognize results, enable career mobility, and reflect our commitment to valuing diverse needs in a fast-moving world. We provide: • Competitive compensation and benefits • Work-life flexibility • Recognition and rewards • Development and career opportunities • A safe and inclusive workplace Why You Will Love this Job Project Manufacturing Engineer will be responsible for safety, quality, on-time delivery, cost reductions, productivity, and continuous improvement in their assigned areas. Primary responsibilities will include meeting performance goals, maintaining quality expectations, and improving the three M’s (Mura or variation, Muda or waste, and Muri or overburden). Provide mentorship to manufacturing technicians and production staff. Design, develop, and implement manufacturing processes, systems, and equipment for new and existing products. Work closely with design engineering on new, existing, and changing products to provide a smooth transition from design to production. Onsite: N7650 County Rd LS, Sheboygan, WI 53083 Shift: 1st Shift Responsibilities: • Drive production performance by ensuring efficient operations, meeting output goals, and maintaining high quality standards. • Identify and implement process improvements to enhance safety, quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. • Lead continuous improvement initiatives using structured problem-solving methods (e.g., DMAIC, PDCA, A3). • Partner with design engineering to ensure products are optimized for manufacturability (DFM/DFA) and support new product launches. • Develop and maintain manufacturing processes, routings, and material flow to maximize throughput and resource utilization. • Manage capital and process improvement projects, leading cross-functional teams to successful execution. • Support root cause analysis and resolution of production and field quality issues, including PFMEA development and maintenance. • Implement Poke Yokes to reduce assembly errors • Perform other duties as assigned. Requirements: • Bachelor of Science (from an ABET accredited institution) in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related technical field. • 2+ years of relevant experience required (Co-Op, Internship, or related experience to be considered). • Proven experience in influencing and implementing changes and improvements. • Exceptional mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills, including proficiency to logically troubleshoot at subsystem and system levels. • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification and/or proven experience in developing and driving change through continuous improvement and/or quality systems is preferred . • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams. • Experience drawing accurate conclusions from test data, malfunctions, or deviations, and assisting with corrections to the existing design or process preferred. • Ability to work on several projects of moderate scope and complexity at the same time. • Be innovative, resourceful, and work with minimal direction. • Physical stamina to stand, walk, lift, and bend for extended periods of time, ability to wear PPE; with expected work balance to be anticipated to be: 50% on floor & 50% in office. The Salary range for this position is $83,300.00-$105,200.00.The specific Salary rate offered to a candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors including the candidate’s experience, their education, and the work location. About Us Rehlko proudly offers a rich history steeped in creativity and commitment to our associates and communities, along with competitive benefits and compensation. Our Purpose—Creating an energy resilient world for a better future—and Values: Curiosity, Trust, Pace, and Excellence, are important cultural components that shape the way we work and relate to one another. Learn more about Rehlko at http://www.rehlko.com/who-we-are . In addition to the investment in your development, Rehlko offers a benefits package including a competitive salary, health, vision, dental, 401(k) with Rehlko matching, and more!? Rehlko is an equal opportunity employer that prohibits discrimination and will make decisions regarding employment opportunities, including, but not limited to, hiring, job assignment, compensation, promotion, benefits, training, discipline, and termination, without regard to race, creed, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, genetic information, age, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, caste, mental or physical disability, marital or familial status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, political belief or affiliation, union membership status, military status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) It is the policy of Rehlko to comply with all applicable provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and corresponding national, state, local, or other applicable laws. Rehlko will not discriminate against any qualified associate or applicant with respect to any terms, privileges, or conditions of employment because of a person's physical or mental disability. Rehlko will provide a reasonable accommodation to associates or applicants with disabilities, in accordance with applicable laws. If you have a disability and require an accommodation in the application process or during the course of employment, please contact EnergyJobs@rehlko.com. Rehlko is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Our Values Curiosity – Seek, learn, share Trust – Go farther together Pace – Focus to go faster Excellence – Find the win every day