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Manufacturing Engineer

Stanley Black & Decker
United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Jun 2026

About the role

Manufacturing Engineer – Onsite

Sedalia, MO, United States

Come make the world and accelerate your success.

It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity. People with a relentless pursuit of excellence. People who care about making things better For Those Who Make The World™. Sound like you? Join our top-notch team of approximately 43,500 diverse and high-performing professionals globally who are making their mark on some of the world’s most beloved brands, including DEWALT®, BLACK+DECKER®, CRAFTSMAN®, STANLEY®, CUB CADET®, and HUSTLER®.

The Job:  

As a Manufacturing Engineer, you’ll be part of our Operations team working as an on-site employee.    You’ll get to:  

  • Process Improvement: Analyze existing manufacturing operations to identify, develop, and implement improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality.
  • Design & Development: Create, test, and implement automated machinery, robotic systems, and software programs.
  • Production System Design: Design, install, and troubleshoot new manufacturing equipment, tools, and production lines.
  • Process Improvement: Analyze existing workflows to identify automation opportunities that enhance efficiency and lower costs.
  • System Programming: Program and maintain Control Systems, such as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs), for industrial processes.
  • Documentation & Standards: Create, maintain, and update work instructions, SOPs, and technical documentation for manufacturing processes.
  • Quality Control: Evaluate products against specifications to ensure quality standards are met and resolve production issues.
  • Support & Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, quality, maintenance) to support new product launches and troubleshoot equipment failures.
  • Safety & Compliance: Ensure all manufacturing processes adhere to health, safety, and environmental regulations. 

The Person:  

You love to learn and grow and be acknowledged for your valuable contributions. You’re not intimidated by innovation. Wouldn’t it be great if you could do your job and do a world of good? In fact, you embrace it. You also have: 

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, Electrical, Software, or Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD), PLCs, robotics, and data analysis tools.  Proficiency in programming languages (e.g., Python, C++), PLCs, and SCADA systems.
  • Technical Knowledge: Understanding of lean manufacturing principles (Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5S) and production techniques.  Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, or software engineering principles.
  • Soft Skills: Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting complex, automated systems, project management, and communication skills. 

The Details:

You’ll receive a competitive salary and a great benefits plan, including:

  • Medical, dental, life, vision, disability, 401(k), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement in addition to programs & benefits in support of your well-being.
  • Discounts on Stanley Black & Decker tools and other partner programs.

And More:

We want our company to be a place you’ll want to be – and stay. Being part of our team means you’ll get to:

  • Grow: Be part of our global company with 20+ brands to grow and develop your skills along multiple career paths.
  • Learn: Have access to a wealth of learning resources, including our digital learning portal.
  • Belong: Experience an awesome place to work, where we have mutual respect and a great appreciation for a wide range of perspectives and experiences.
  • Give Back: Help us continue to make positive changes locally and globally through volunteerism, giving back, and sustainable business practices.

What’s more, you’ll get that pride that comes from empowering makers, doers, protectors, and everyday heroes all over the world. We’re more than the #1 tools company. More than a driving force in outdoor power equipment. More than a global leader in industrial. We’re visionaries and innovators. As successful as we’ve been in the past, we have so much further to go. That’s where you come in. Join us!

This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship (H1B, OPT/CPT, TN etc).

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