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Manufacturing Engineer - Assembly

Department: Manufacturing Engineering

Reports to: Director of Engineering - Manufacturing

About Beretta

Beretta is the world’s oldest continuously operating industrial dynasty, with documented origins dating back to 1526, when Mastro Bartolomeo Beretta sold 185 harquebus barrels to the Venice Arsenal. 16 Generations of the Beretta family have carried the brand forward, evolving it from artisanal barrel‑making into a globally recognized firearms manufacturer known for precision, craftsmanship, and technological advancement. Through centuries of growth, modernization, and strategic expansion, Beretta has become a leader in both the global sporting and defense markets.

Joining Beretta means becoming part of a company with centuries of stability and craftsmanship, backed by a reputation for quality and innovation. Beretta USA offers a wide range of roles from manufacturing to engineering to corporate positions, and provides competitive benefits, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, employee assistance program, paid vacation and sick time off, paid holidays, tuition assistance, a 401(k) plan, retirement program, Beretta product discounts and so much more.

About the role

The Assembly Manufacturing Engineer develops, documents, and improves production assembly processes to meet safety, quality, delivery, and cost objectives. In this role you will provide day-to-day engineering support to assembly operations, lead process improvements, and drive robust work instructions, tooling/fixture readiness, and problem resolution through data-driven, immediate, well-founded actions.

The successful candidate will have a high degree of business acumen and will be market savvy. They should have well-developed interpersonal skills as well as show a keen interest and knowledge of manufacturing managements processes. Due to the close working relationship within the company, it is important that this individual has excellent organizational skills, be self-motivated, and be able to effectively interface at a variety of levels. It is also essential that the individual has strong verbal and written communication skills and be able to lead and motivate others while managing multiple projects.

The ideal candidate will be hands-on and possess a high level of drive, integrity and energy. The individual should have the ability to motivate peers and to work toward common objectives through communication and understanding. It is also important that this individual has good quantitative analytical skills.

Personal Strengths:

• Maturity, credibility, and unquestioned integrity.
• Highly developed analytical skills.
• A high energy level, passion and strong work ethic.
• Decisive, action and result oriented.
• Strong persuasive abilities.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Demonstrates a “hands-on” approach that supports team empowerment and accomplishment.
• Team player who is willing to make a significant contribution to the growth of the business
• Confident, intelligent, and intuitive.
• An ability to approach issues knowledgeably, decisively, pragmatically, and to subsequently devise reasoned solutions to problems. An excellent problem solver.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Essential Job Functions

• Develop, evaluate, and improve manual and semi-automated assembly methods, utilizing knowledge of assembly sequencing, standard work, ergonomic principles, tooling and fixture design, and production equipment capabilities. This activity covers a variety of product assembly, inspection, and functional test processes.
• Develop and maintain safe, capable, and repeatable assembly processes with the utmost integrity and adherence to Quality policy and applicable regulatory requirements.
• Create and maintain clear assembly work instructions, standard work, visual aids, and training materials to support consistent execution on the line.
• Support production schedules by ensuring assembly line readiness (people/process/equipment), driving productivity and quality initiatives, and managing assigned projects within budget and timing constraints.
• Define and validate assembly process parameters and quality controls (e.g., torque/fastener controls, gauging, in-process checks), coordinating with Quality on control plans and PFMEA updates as needed.
• Train and coach production personnel on assembly methods, product knowledge, workmanship standards, and safe tool use; provide hands-on support during new process introductions and changes.
• Drive continuous improvement of assembly flow, cycle time, labor utilization, scrap/rework, and First Time Yield (FTY) using Lean tools and structured problem solving.
• Review engineering drawings, BOMs, and specifications; partner with Design Engineering to recommend changes that improve assembly robustness, serviceability, and manufacturability.
• Troubleshoot and resolve recurring assembly issues and downtime drivers; lead root cause analysis and corrective actions (containment, permanent fix, validation) to prevent recurrence.

Other Job Functions:

• Assist cross-functional support teams consisting of Quality Engineers, Industrial Engineers, Buyer/Planners, Maintenance, and Manufacturing by the following:
• Encourage and maintain a safe work environment
• Support site initiatives for Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing and productivity improvements
• Provide direction, leadership, and technical support for production shop
• Ensure production KPI’s are maintained by providing Engineering support to reduce downtime and enhance production output
• Assist in other projects as needed

Experience & Education

• BSME/BSIE (or related) and at least 3 years of manufacturing experience supporting assembly operations (or at least 6 years equivalent experience).
• Provide/explain examples of past projects/successes and the benefits provided
• Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, standard work, line balancing, and continuous improvement methods, preferred certification
• Ability to define and implement assembly processes and process tooling that support safety, quality, and productivity objectives (fixtures, jigs, gauges, error-proofing).
• Demonstrated project management skills and ability to work effectively in a cross-functional team environment.
• Ability to excel in a high-volume production atmosphere with a strong sense of urgency and attention to detail.
• Experience with process documentation and basic CAD capability for tooling/fixture concepts (NX preferred but not required).
• Familiarity with automated assembly, error-proofing, and/or robotics is a plus.
• Familiarity with machining operations and part characteristics that impact assembly is a plus.

Physical Requirements

This position requires the ability to sit at a computer for extended periods; walk through production areas as needed; stand for varying lengths of time; bend, reach, grasp, and handle documents, tools, raw materials, or equipment components; lift and carry items up to 50 pounds; use hands and fingers for typing, filing, operating office equipment, and performing basic mechanical tasks such as adjusting, inspecting, or assisting with industrial equipment. The role involves regular interaction with manufacturing machinery and raw materials and requires basic mechanical aptitude and the ability to follow equipment-related instructions safely. The employee must be able to communicate clearly in environments with varying noise levels; hear and understand verbal instructions and audible alerts; and work in both office and manufacturing environments with typical industrial conditions, including moderate noise, temperature fluctuations, moving machinery, and the required use of personal protective equipment (PPE).

Work Environment

Within the facility, employees may be exposed to manufacturing noise, airborne liquid chemicals, fine particulate dust, ambient temperatures, and industrial lighting. Work environment is similar to most manufacturing and distribution operations. Employees may be exposed to excessive noise, temperatures, hazards associated with working around moving machinery, exposure to vibrations and shop lighting, humidity, odors, and occasional exposure to chemical hazards.
The following Personal Protective Equipment is required when on the manufacturing floor:
Safety glasses with side shields.