Manufacturing / Industrial Engineer

Krueger Bearings, Inc
life insurance, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Wisconsin, Menomonee Falls
May 28, 2026
We are a precision manufacturer of babbitt bearings and metal components serving the power generation, marine, paper mill, and heavy industrial sectors. Our craft is specialized - the kind you won't find in a textbook - and we take pride in training sharp engineers from the ground up. If you're hungry to learn, willing to roll up your sleeves, and ready to take ownership of your work from day one, this is the place to build a career that matters. A note to new graduates: We know you don't have all the answers yet - neither did any of us. What we're looking for is someone who asks the right questions, digs in without being asked, and takes initiative on the shop floor. You'll be mentored by experienced engineers and machinists, but we expect you to drive your own growth. What you will do: Learn our casting, machining, and bonding processes for babbitt and metal bearings - then find ways to improve them Contribute to continuous improvement projects using Lean and 5S principles Analyze production data - cycle times, scrap, yield - and present findings Develop and improve existing production areas Resolves manufacturing and safety issues Implements the most efficient use of current tooling and personnel to maximize production without reducing quality Work alongside machinists and operators daily; the shop floor is your classroom Take on projects independently as your knowledge grows What we are looking for: B.S. in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, or Materials Engineering (recent graduates encouraged to apply) Genuine curiosity about how things are made - internship, co-op, lab, or shop experience is a plus, not a must Ability to read engineering drawings; basic CAD exposure (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) Comfortable working in a production environment - this is a hands-on, shop-floor role Strong problem-solving instincts Self-starter who doesn't wait to be told what needs fixing Eagerness to learn What we offer: Competitive starting salary with structured annual reviews as you develop Hands-on mentorship from experienced engineers and veteran machinists Real ownership of projects - not just support work - within your first year Comprehensive benefits: medical, dental, vision, and life insurance 401(k) with company match Paid Time Off and Holidays A stable, long-established company with low turnover and deep institutional knowledge to tap into Why is this Job Available: This position is open due to an internal promotion - a testament to the growth opportunities available here. Our current industrial engineer has been promoted and will personally lead your training, giving you a structured, hands-on transition into the role.