Junior Manufacturing Engineer - NV

Pride Mobility Products Corp; North Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Pride Mobility Products Corp is seeking a Manufacturing Engineer to support the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes for domestic and international operations. You will work with design and quality engineers, production staff, and cross-functional teams to drive efficiency and quality improvements.

Responsibilities include process development, validation, and documentation, with focus on Lean principles, CAD-based design interpretation, and NPI

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related field (or equivalent).
• Experience or internship in manufacturing engineering or NPI is preferred but no experience required.

Responsibilities

• Help develop and implement manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and raise product quality.
• Collaborate with design, quality, production, and cross-functional teams to support manufacturing operations and launches.
• Lead or participate in Lean/CI projects and process improvements.
• Assist with root-cause investigations and corrective actions for production issues.
• Develop and maintain SOPs, work instructions, and process flow diagrams.
• Support NPI activities including process development, validation and implementation.
• Monitor processes and data to identify improvement opportunities.
• Provide daily floor support and troubleshoot manufacturing issues.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal teams to resolve material/process concerns.
• Ensure compliance with regulations, company policies, and industry standards.

Skills

Creative team player

Quality and continuous improvement

Multi-tasking

Cross-functional collaboration

CAD software

Lean Manufacturing

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing/Industrial/Mechanical Engineering

Associate’s Degree with 6+ years experience

Tools

CAD software

MES/ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Job description

Support the development, implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes while providing day-to-day engineering support for Pride’s domestic and international manufacturing operations

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES

• Assist in developing and implementing manufacturing processes to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality
• Collaborate with design engineers, quality engineers, production personnel, and cross-functional teams to support manufacturing operations and product launches
• Participate in process improvement projects using Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
• Evaluate existing manufacturing processes and equipment and recommend improvements under the guidance of senior engineering staff
• Assist with root cause investigations and the implementation of corrective actions to resolve production issues
• Develop and maintain manufacturing documentation, including work instructions, process flow charts, and standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Support new product introduction (NPI) activities, including process development, validation, and implementation
• Monitor manufacturing processes and collect data to identify opportunities for improvement
• Provide daily production floor support and assist with troubleshooting manufacturing issues
• Work with suppliers and internal teams to help resolve material and process-related concerns
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, company policies, and industry standards
• Support quality, ergonomics, safety, and productivity improvement initiatives
• Assist with special projects as assigned
• Travel to domestic and international contract manufacturers as needed for product launches
• Ensure all safety and security rules are strictly observed and any accidents, incidents, or injuries are promptly reported to management
• Complete the Annual CTPAT Security Training
• Focus on continuous improvement, and consistently demonstrate good business judgment
• Work effectively with all Pride departments to exceed internal and external expectations
• Pride retains the discretion to modify duties and/or assign other duties as necessary

REQUIRED SKILLS

Must be:

• A creative team player, friendly, professional, detail-oriented and honest
• Focused on quality and continuous improvement

Must have the ability to:

• Multi-task, problem-solve, and prioritize multiple assignments in a fast-paced working environment
• Work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Use hand tools and standard power tools
• Read and comprehend engineering drawings, work instructions, and technical documentation
• Prepare and present summary reports
• Lift/Push/Pull up to 40 lbs.
• Travel domestically and/or internationally up to 10% of the time

Must have:

• Relentless drive to achieve advancement and continuous improvement
• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, including assembly, machining, and inspection
• Familiarity with CAD software and engineering design concepts
• Basic understanding of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Basic working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent web navigation and computer skills

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Strong understanding of Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) or ERP systems preferred

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

• No experience required

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE

• At least 1 year of experience in a Manufacturing Engineering role supporting production or manufacturing operations and New Product Introduction (NPI) activities preferred
• Successful internship or co-op experience in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or production support preferred
• At least 6 months of work or academic experience using engineering design software and CAD, and creating or maintaining manufacturing documentation preferred
• At least 6 months of work or academic experience analyzing manufacturing processes and identifying improvement opportunities
• Current or previous successful employment with Pride Mobility Products Corporation preferred

REQUIRED EDUCATION

• Bachelor’s Degree in Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or a related field, or an Associate’s Degree in a related engineering field with at least 6 years of experience developing and implementing manufacturing process improvements

PREFERRED EDUCATION

• Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification preferred

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now, or in the future

DETAILS

• This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive
• This is a safety sensitive position
• In exceptional circumstances, some of the physical requirements of this position may be modified or eliminated as a reasonable accommodation for a person with a disability as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act

Pride Mobility Products®/Quantum Rehab® is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pride Mobility Products®/Quantum Rehab® is an Affi…

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