Join Hoshizaki America Inc., – Engineering Excellence, Powered by People

Who We Are

At Hoshizaki, our people drive our success, and our core values of Transparency, Compliance, Trust, and Collaboration (TCTC) shape a culture of teamwork, learning, and growth. Headquartered in Peachtree City, GA, with a facility in Griffin, GA, we manufacture high-quality commercial foodservice equipment including ice machines, refrigerators, freezers, prep tables, and display cases. With more than 400 “Georgia Made” products and a strong focus on innovation, sustainability, and  ENERGY STAR®  performance, our equipment is trusted globally for its reliability and long-term value.

Role Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer plays a critical role in driving operational excellence by developing, optimizing, and sustaining efficient, safe, and high-quality manufacturing processes. This position partners closely with production, quality, and design engineering teams to implement continuous improvement initiatives and support the successful launch of new products. Through data-driven analysis, project leadership, and hands-on collaboration on the manufacturing floor, this role directly impacts product quality, cost, and on-time delivery.

Location: 618 Hwy 74 S, Peachtree City, GA 30269

Responsibilities

·         Improve manufacturing processes for efficiency, quality, capacity, and safety

·         Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives

·         Troubleshoot and resolve production and quality issues cross-functionally

·         Support cost analysis, production planning, and labor/material estimates

·         Develop manufacturing methods with design engineering for new products

·         Lead capital projects from concept through completion (scope, schedule, budget)

·         Support equipment selection, justification, and implementation

·         Create concept drawings for new or improved equipment

·         Conduct feasibility studies, simulations, and risk assessments

·         Develop and maintain SOPs, process flows, and work instructions

·         Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions

Decision Making

• Determine optimal manufacturing processes while considering efficiency, quality, cost, and scalability.
• Select appropriate equipment and machinery for each manufacturing process by evaluating capabilities, compatibility with existing systems, cost-effectiveness, and future expansion needs.
• Identify root causes of production issues and implement timely corrective actions based on analysis of process data, experimentation, and collaboration with other departments.
• Prioritize continuous improvement projects in efficiency, quality, and safety.
• Accurately estimate project budgets to stay within 5% of projected budget

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
• 5–8 years of progressively responsible manufacturing engineering experience
• Strong background in process improvement and operational excellence
• Solid understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling, and fabrication
• CAD and Microsoft Office proficiency
• Proven project management and cross-functional leadership skills
• Ability to read blueprints and technical drawings
• Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Plastic tooling experience is a plus

Why You’ll Love Working Here

We strive to be a great place to work and easy to do business with—join Hoshizaki America to grow your skills, contribute to trusted products, delight customers, and enjoy excellent benefits.

Salary & Benefits

The salary range for this position is $[70,000]– $[106,000] annually. This range is a good faith estimate of what Hoshizaki America expects to pay for this role. Actual pay may vary based on experience, education, skills, and internal equity.

• Affordable medical, dental & vision insurance
• Life, accident & disability coverage
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Competitive pay with bonus opportunities
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid time off & holidays
• Tuition reimbursement & career growth opportunities
• Safe, climate-controlled workplaces
• Uniforms provided, meal subsidies, and childcare assistance
• Employee discounts & wellness programs