Job ID: CC497479119
Location: Shreveport, LA
Category: Engineering
Employment Type: Permanent
Date Added: 11/09/2026
Manufacturing Engineer | $80,000–$105,000 Annually | Direct Hire
What Matters Most
- Competitive Salary: $80,000–$105,000 annually, based on experience
- Schedule: Full-time
- Location: Shreveport, LA
- Direct Hire opportunity with long-term career growth and stability
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid holidays, and PTO
- Opportunity to improve manufacturing processes, production efficiency, and product quality
Job Description
An established industrial manufacturing company in Shreveport, LA, is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the transition of products from engineering to production while improving manufacturing processes, efficiency, and quality. This position works closely with operations and engineering teams to optimize production workflows, develop standardized processes, and identify opportunities for cost reduction. The ideal candidate has a strong understanding of manufacturing operations, excellent problem-solving skills, and experience with production planning and continuous improvement. This direct hire opportunity offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and long-term career growth.
Responsibilities:
- Support product transitions from engineering to production, including new product design reviews, manufacturing planning, and identifying potential production challenges.
- Develop and maintain standard work instructions, manufacturing processes, production routings, bills of materials (BOMs), and material planning procedures.
- Analyze manufacturing operations to improve workflow, reduce production costs, optimize inventory control, and increase overall efficiency.
- Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to troubleshoot production issues, provide technical support, and implement process improvements.
- Lead continuous improvement initiatives involving root-cause analysis, process standardization, manufacturing software implementation, and workplace safety.
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Degree in Engineering preferred.
- Previous experience as a Manufacturing Engineer or in a similar manufacturing or process engineering role preferred.
- Experience working in an industrial manufacturing or fabrication environment preferred.
- Knowledge of manufacturing processes, fabrication methods, production planning, and tool design.
- Familiarity with manufacturing equipment, quality assurance practices, and inventory management.
- Ability to develop and maintain production routings, bills of materials (BOMs), and standardized work instructions.
- Proficiency in CAD software, Microsoft Office, and manufacturing-related systems.
- Strong project management, analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with engineering, operations, and production personnel.
- Commitment to workplace safety, quality standards, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to stand, walk through production areas, and wear required personal protective equipment, including safety glasses, hearing protection, and steel-toed boots.
- Flexibility to work extended hours occasionally based on operational needs.
Benefits and Perks:
- Annual Salary: $80,000–$105,000
- Direct Hire position with long-term career stability
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)
- Professional development and career advancement opportunities
- Collaborative engineering and manufacturing environment
- Opportunity to contribute to process improvements, operational efficiency, and manufacturing innovation
Your New Organization:
Join an established industrial manufacturing company specializing in fabricated piping components and materials used across the energy, refining, chemical, and petrochemical industries. This organization emphasizes quality, safety, and continuous improvement while providing a collaborative environment where engineering professionals can contribute to manufacturing excellence and long-term operational success.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base pay range for this position is $80,000–$105,000 annually, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.
