Industrial Engineer

Ultimate Staffing Services; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401K

Job summary

Ultimate Staffing is seeking an Industrial Engineer to join a client in Milpitas. This full-time, direct-hire role is 100% onsite.

You will support and optimize electronic manufacturing operations across SMT, THT, and PCB assembly, working with engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams to scale operations and improve throughput. The ideal candidate has 5+ years in manufacturing/industrial engineering, with strong Lean/Six Sigma and data analysis skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field is required.
• 5+ years in manufacturing/industrial engineering role; 5+ years in electronic manufacturing (SMT/PCB) recommended.
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (DMAIC) required.

Responsibilities

• Optimize production processes including line balancing, cycle time reduction, and labor efficiency.
• Design and improve workstations, tooling, and fixtures for productivity.
• Support SMT/THT assembly, troubleshoot day-to-day production issues.
• Monitor manufacturing performance using KPIs (OEE, UPH, FPY, scrap rate).
• Lead Lean initiatives (Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma).
• Drive waste reduction and operational excellence projects.
• Perform time studies and workflow analysis to identify improvements.
• Support NPI: design for manufacturability and ramp-up readiness.
• Coordinate with supply chain on material flow and scheduling.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma

DMAIC

Time studies

Work measurement

Data analysis

KPI tracking

Excel advanced

Power BI

SQL

MES/ERP systems

AutoCAD

Factory layout

SMT/PCB knowledge

PCB assembly

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering / Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Excel

Power BI

SQL

MES/ERP systems

AutoCAD

Job description

Salary: USD120000 - USD140000 per year + Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

Ultimate Staffing is seeking an Industrial Engineer to join a client in Milpitas. This is a full-time, direct hire position. The role is 100% onsite.

The Industrial Engineer will support and optimize electronic manufacturing operations. This role will focus on improving production efficiency, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and ensuring high-quality output across SMT, THT, and PCB assembly processes. You will work cross-functionally with engineering, production, quality, and supply chain teams to scale operations, introduce new products, and enhance overall manufacturing performance.

Key Responsibilities

Manufacturing & Process Engineering

• Optimize production processes, including line balancing, cycle time reduction, and labor efficiency
• Design and improve workstations, tooling, and fixtures to enhance productivity
• Support process setup, SMT/THT assembly, and resolve day-to-day production issues
• Monitor and improve manufacturing performance using key KPIs (OEE, UPH, FPY, scrap rate)
• Lead and support Lean Manufacturing initiatives, including Kaizen, 5S, and Six Sigma (DMAIC)
• Drive waste reduction and operational excellence projects
• Perform time studies and workflow analysis to identify improvement opportunities

Quality & Yield Improvement

• Improve soldering, PCB assembly, and testing processes
• Utilize SPC and root cause analysis to reduce defects and improve yield
• Support CAPA processes and ensure adherence to IPC standards
• Monitor and improve customer-facing quality metrics

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Support the transition of new products from design to mass production
• Ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and process readiness
• Partner with engineering teams to resolve production issues during ramp-up

Capacity & Production Planning

• Conduct capacity planning, takt time analysis, and headcount planning
• Optimize factory utilization and production throughput

Supply Chain & Operations Support

• Coordinate with supply chain teams on material flow, inventory optimization, and scheduling
• Support production planning and ensure alignment with demand requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field

Experience

• 5+ years in a manufacturing, process, or industrial engineering role
• 5+ years of experience in electronic manufacturing (SMT/PCB environment)

Technical Skills

• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma (DMAIC)
• Experience with time studies and work measurement techniques
• Solid understanding of SMT/THT and PCB assembly processes
• Proficiency in:
  • Excel (advanced)
  • Power BI or data visualization tools
  • SQL (preferred)
  • MES / ERP systems
• Experience with AutoCAD or factory layout design tools
• Strong capability in data analysis and KPI tracking
• Deep understanding of production workflows and manufacturing systems

Soft Skills

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration
• Effective time management and prioritization
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking ability
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Proactive, adaptable, and eager to learn
• Capable of multi-tasking and working with data-driven insights

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• UPH (Units Per Hour)
• OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)
• FPY (First Pass Yield)
• Cycle Time