Company Profile
With over 80 years of innovation, JCB is the world’s largest privately owned manufacturer of construction and agricultural equipment. Operating 23 manufacturing facilities across four continents—including the United States, the United Kingdom, India, and Brazil—JCB produces a diverse portfolio of more than 300 products. These include telescopic handlers, backhoe loaders, excavators, wheel loaders, compact excavators, skid steer loaders, compact track loaders, access aerial work platforms, rough terrain forklifts, and tractors.
At the heart of JCB’s success are its people. As a family-owned business, we are accountable to our customers—not shareholders—which gives us the flexibility to focus on long-term innovation and delivering real value. This independence allows us to continuously develop advanced technologies and integrate them into equipment designed to perform in the toughest environments while maximizing customer productivity.
At JCB, we stand behind our products—and our name—with pride and commitment to quality.
Position Purpose
This position is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes, tools and machines to improve safety, quality and efficiency in assembly operations. This role collaborates cross-functionally with engineering, production, quality, and maintenance teams to implement new processes and continuously improve existing ones to ensure assembly operation is safe and delivers best quality, cost and efficiency. This position also mentors junior engineers and leads cross‑functional improvement projects.
Position Type
Full Time, Exempt
Location
Pooler, Georgia: 2000 Bamford Blvd. Pooler, GA 31322
Benefits and Other Compensation
JCB offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance; 401 (k) retirement plan; paid time off and paid holidays.
Application Process
Applications will be accepted through Careers | JCB Careers | JCB Jobs | JCB or via LinkedIn. The anticipated application window will close on November 15, 2026.
Major Tasks, Responsibilities & Key Accountabilities
Design, develop, and optimize manufacturing processes for assembly.
Create and maintain process documentation.
Lead root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventive actions for process issues and
improvements.
Responsible for the support of new product introduction pertaining to manufacturing processes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement lean manufacturing principles and drive
continuous improvement.
Lead implementation of CAPEX projects.
Provide technical support and training for production personnel.
Lead optimization of material movement using lean principles to eliminate waste and improve flow.
Develop internal logistics and material flow strategy including container strategy, replenishment
methods, route frequency, storage locations, supermarkets, kanban systems, kitting cells, sequencing
strategies and lineside presentation.
Evaluate and implement new technologies (AGVs, AMRs, digital kanban, tugger optimization, point-of-use
storage).
Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
10 years of experience in manufacturing, assembly operations.
Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing and process improvement methodologies.
Proficiency in CAD software and manufacturing documentation tools.
Problem-solving, analytical, and project management skills.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Experience implementing CAPEX projects.
Must pass any drug screens, background checks, and any pre-employment tests, which will be conducted in accordance with applicable law.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with ERP and MES systems
Experience with PFMEA or risk assessment tools
Experience with logistics engineering or material flow optimization…